To require all medical providers to orally explain any and all medical treatments and procedures and all possibilities for potential problems or complications or side effects to patients before proceeding with treatments.

HB 2631 requires all medical providers in West Virginia - including doctors, dentists, and chiropractors - to orally explain all treatment options, potential complications, and side effects to patients before proceeding with any medical care. This directly affects patients seeking treatment and healthcare providers who must obtain a patient’s signed acknowledgment after providing this information. The bill establishes penalties for noncompliance, including fines up to $500 for intentional violations, with lesser penalties for unintentional first-time failures. It aims to ensure patients receive clear, verbal information to make informed decisions about their care.