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OH HB165

Bill

Status

Passed

9/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Kristina Roegner

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Origin

House of Representatives

130th General Assembly (2013-2014)

AI Summary

  • Adds definition of "certified hyperbaric technologist" as a person certified by the national board of diving and hyperbaric medical technology who administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy

  • Defines "hyperbaric oxygen therapy" as administration of pure oxygen in a pressurized room or chamber, excluding ventilator management

  • Exempts certified hyperbaric technologists from respiratory care licensing requirements if they file current certification with the board, pay a filing fee (not to exceed $20), and work under direct supervision of a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse

  • Establishes board procedures for accepting and storing hyperbaric technologist certifications and sets a maximum $20 fee for this service

  • Adds definitions for "advanced practice registered nurse" and "physician assistant" to the respiratory care chapter

Legislative Description

To exempt certified hyperbaric technologists from the laws governing the practice of respiratory care.

Respiratory care regulation-exempt hyperbaric technologists

Last Action

Effective Date

9/4/2014

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