NY S05493

Requires health care practitioners to identify their license type in all advertisements for health care services, which must be free from deceptive or misleading information.

Prohibits medical doctors and doctors of osteopathic medicine from claiming board certification unless the certifying board is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association, or meets specific postgraduate training and examination requirements.

Mandates health care practitioners wear a photo identification name tag during patient encounters displaying their name, license type in bold lettering, and license expiration date in a conspicuous manner.

Requires health care practitioners to display a document in their office clearly identifying their license type in visible lettering for current and prospective patients, with compliance required in each practice setting if practicing in multiple locations.

Makes failure to comply with advertisement and identification requirements subject to disciplinary action as violations under Education Law sections 6509 and 6530.