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WA SB5299
Bill
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marcus Riccelli
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AI Summary
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Authorizes "virtual direct supervision" for intravenous contrast procedures performed by diagnostic radiologic technologists, therapeutic radiologic technologists, and magnetic resonance imaging technologists
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Defines virtual direct supervision as physician oversight via real-time audio and visual telecommunications, where the physician is immediately available to assist but not physically present
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Requires the supervising physician to be within 30 miles of the facility where the procedure is performed
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Mandates clinical staff trained to administer medications for adverse events must be physically present at the facility during virtually supervised procedures
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Requires compliance with all federal and state telemedicine laws and local facility policies for virtual supervision arrangements
Legislative Description
Revised for 1st substitute: Concerning virtual direct supervision of diagnostic radiologic technologists, therapeutic radiologic technologists, and magnetic resonance imaging technologists by licensed physicians.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026