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OK SB2036
Bill
Status
2/1/2010
Primary Sponsor
Constance Johnson
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AI Summary
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Creates the "Donda West Office-Based Surgery Safety Act" to establish safety standards for office-based surgical procedures requiring anesthesia or sedation in non-hospital settings.
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Categorizes office surgery into three levels (I, II, III) based on type of anesthesia and complexity, with Level I procedures excluded from regulation and Levels II and III requiring accreditation by approved agencies.
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Requires office-based practices to develop comprehensive policies and procedures including emergency protocols, infection control, equipment standards, staff training requirements, patient records, and performance improvement programs.
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Establishes specific training, equipment, and personnel requirements for Level II and III procedures, including mandatory certification in advanced resuscitative techniques and presence of qualified practitioners during sedation/anesthesia.
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Mandates reporting of anesthetic or surgical complications requiring resuscitation, emergency transfer, or resulting in death to the State Board of Medical Licensure within three business days.
Legislative Description
Public health and safety; creating the Donda West Office-Based Surgery Safety Act. Effective date.
Health Care
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
2/2/2010