Establishes registered medical assistants
This bill creates a new legal category for "registered medical assistants" to standardize the title and oversight of these healthcare workers. To become registered, individuals must be at least 18 years old, demonstrate good moral character, and complete an accredited education program, while also paying a registration fee. Once registered, these assistants are authorized to perform basic administrative duties like billing and coding, as well as advanced clinical tasks such as administering vaccinations, provided they work under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. The law also establishes a triennial registration renewal process and grants the state authority to set specific rules for continuing education and professional conduct.
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Apr 2024
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Introduced Apr 9, 2024
Last action May 31, 2024
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May 31, 2024
Assembly · Amendment adopted
PRINT NUMBER 9802A
May 31, 2024
Assembly · Amendment adopted
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Apr 9, 2024
Assembly · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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Pat Fahy
DDemocratic
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