Oklahoma Hospital Advisory Council; eliminating the Advisory Council. Effective date.
What changed between versions
Eliminated the Oklahoma Hospital Advisory Council entirely, deleting references to its appointment, duties, and authority to review hospital rules and recommend patient care improvements.
Removed the requirement for the State Commissioner of Health to seek advice from the Oklahoma Hospital Advisory Council when promulgating rules for hospital construction, physical plant, and drug storage.
Transferred authority over drug storage and dispensing rules from the Health Commissioner (with council advice) to the State Board of Pharmacy, which is now empowered to inspect drug facilities and report violations.
Updated the stroke care plan requirements to remove references to recommendations from the now-eliminated advisory council, relying instead on medical experts and professional organizations.
