HB 1685

Relating to the licensing and regulation of physician graduates and the authority of an insured to select a physician graduate under the insured's health insurance policy; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 1685 introduces a new limited license for "physician graduates," allowing recent medical graduates to practice under the supervision of licensed physicians through agreements. It specifies eligibility criteria, supervision rules, and limits on medical practices, such as prohibiting the prescription of certain controlled substances. Health insurance policies must permit enrollees to select physician graduates for covered services.

Author (1)

Tom Oliverson

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Rep. Tom Oliverson

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(512) 463-0661

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