2023 Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. (e)Section741.28, relating to domestic violence. The administrative law judge will only decide whether the agencys intended action is an abuse of discretion. Summary: Effective Date: July 1, 2017 HB 831 (Full Text). If a fingerprint card is rejected by the FBI due to illegible prints, the individual must submit a second fingerprint card in accordance with the guidelines established by the FBI. Health Care Facility Regulation You will also need to provide all court dispositions no matter the plea, judgment, verdict or even if it was sealed or expunged from your record. Effective Date: July 1, 2021 Section 9: Chiropractic Medicine Initial Licensure Requirements Creates section 295.156, Florida Statutes, that requires alternative treatment services for veterans who have been certified by the Department of Veteran Affairs as having Traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder to be provided under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician, osteopathic physician, chiropractic physician, nurse, psychologist, or a clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist or mental health counselor. Effective Date: July 1, 2020 3. It is possible for AHCA and DOH to deny your application even though you feel you meet the criteria for an exemption. (p)Section831.30, relating to fraud in obtaining medicinal drugs. Limits the length of time an intern may practice in the fields of clinical social work, marriage and family therapy and mental health counseling. (j) Section817.60, relating to obtaining a credit card through fraudulent means. HB 1461 (Full Text). Effective Date: July 1, 2021 Exemptions from genetic counseling regulation for: Commissioned medical officers of the United States Armed Forces or Public Health Service while on active duty; and. AHCA may have uncovered this offense a result of background screening submitted as part of the employment process for a health care provider and/or participation as a Medicaid provider. 405 0 obj <> endobj 0 A Livescan Level II background screening must be completed prior to receiving an exemption. House Bill 373 (Full Text) If you are not licensed with the Florida Department of Health, please see the information listed under the section titled Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). The nursing home must notify the prescriber prior to each therapeutic substitution and document the residents medical record when a substitution occurs. Effective Date: July 1, 2019 (b)This chapter, if the offense was a felony. The Department has not screened each individual or organization that appears on this site or that is electronically linked to this site. Nonopioid Alternatives The bill clarifies the method for the collection and processing of applicant fingerprint records for the purpose of background screening. 352 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<36B808BA54069344BFDFE6D11D06922A>]/Index[336 34]/Info 335 0 R/Length 89/Prev 237813/Root 337 0 R/Size 370/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream The bill amends sections 458.347 and 459.022, Florida Statutes, regarding the practice of physician assistants (PAs) under the supervision of allopathic and osteopathic physicians. In addition, the new law states that every pharmacy must make health information disseminated by the Agency for Health Care Administration available on its website and notify customers in the store that this information is available online. These hours must be offered by a Board-approved provider or a national organization empowered to accredit nursing CE. Allow the holder of a medical faculty certificate to practice at a specialty-licensed childrens hospital in accordance with Chapter 395, F.S.. Effective Date: Upon Enactment into Law Summary: Effective Date: July 1, 2020 The course must be completed by nursing licensees for biennial renewals on or after January 1, 2019. The bill amends section 483.801, Florida Statutes, adding an exemption from licensure for a registered nurse performing alternate-site testing. The bill changes references from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to the Department of Health as it relates to the payment of the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation by applicants and licensees. During the 2016 Legislative Session, House Bill 375 was passed and became law on March 28, 2016, as Chapter 2016-125, Laws of Florida. Mental Health Counselor Intern hVmoF++K}NH@B)k*!>8Cl>64N3;/;,j&8lc8EIb!,hA,QR ,ZcA^L#,}3zo^79MQi4g*MUr/&+S.4{YE^=)%(dG?7/?f|fu6sq?2DR}a|TOi{R&|tWnQVm5*c^,ZE)l&dY3Wy Florida Statute 408.809 (7) (a) states that AHCA may grant an exemption from disqualification to a person who is subject to this section and who: (1) Does not have an active professional license or certification from the DOH; or (2) has an active professional license or certification from the DOH but is not providing a service within the scope of Background Screening, Samantha Heyn, Unit Manager Cited as the Don Hahnfeldt Veteran and Military Family Opportunity Act. Additionally, the DOH may issue an emergency order suspending the practitioners license if he or she is found guilty of committing the felony of reproductive battery, which is discussed below. Documentation from the Clerk of Court, Department of Corrections and/or the arresting agency must be provided on their letterhead indicating the document(s) are no longer available. HB 1193 (Full Text). The bill clarifies that a consultant pharmacist is not authorized to diagnose any disease or condition, and authorizes the Board of Pharmacy to establish additional education requirements for licensure as a consultant pharmacist. Please note: The Florida Department of Health can only issue exemptions to individuals licensed with our agency. HB 1209 (Full Text). Let's Talk The bill authorizes a pharmacist, who meets certain qualifications, to test or screen for and treat minor, nonchronic health conditions within the framework of a written protocol with a supervising physician. 2006-192; s. 50, ch. Section 490.014(1)(b), Florida Statutes, and Section 491.014(2), Florida Statutes, were amended to add Occupational Therapy to a listing of exempted professions. Effective Date: January 1, 2020 Without this change, ioflupane I 123 would be a Schedule II controlled substance because it is derived from cocaine via ecgonine, both of which are Schedule II controlled substances. Senate Bill 226 (Full Text). Effective Date: Upon becoming law The conditions are limited to influenza, streptococcus, lice, skin conditions, and minor, uncomplicated infections. Does not have an active professional license or certification from the Department of Health; or. Requires DOH to report certain investigative information to the coordinated licensure information system (CLIS). Public Records and Meetings/Professional Counselors Licensure Compact (491) Ordering of Medication The law creates section 790.25 (q), Florida Statutes, for tactical medical professionals to be appointed by law enforcement tactical teams to possess firearms and actively operate in direct support of a tactical operation by a law enforcement agency. At least 3 years have elapsed since the applicant for exemption has completed or been lawfully released from confinement, supervision or nonmonetary condition imposed by the court for all disqualifying felonies. If withdrawn, the individual must submit a new fingerprint card accompanied by the required fee. Such an impairment will not be considered grounds for discipline if the practitioner: Medical Faculty & Medical Assistant Certification Health Care Practitioner Discipline The Unit is also responsible for the maintenance and administration of the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Proof of compliance with level 2 screening standards submitted within the previous 5 years to meet any provider or professional licensure requirements of the agency, the Department of Health, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Children and Family Services, or the Department of Financial Services for an applicant for a certificate of authority or provisional certificate of authority to operate a continuing care retirement community under chapter 651 satisfies the requirements of this section if the person subject to screening has not been unemployed for more than 90 days and such proof is accompanied, under penalty of perjury, by an affidavit of compliance with the provisions of chapter 435 and this section using forms provided by the agency. Requiring the Agency for Health Care Administration, the Department of Health, and the Office of Insurance Regulation to collect certain information; creating the Telehealth Advisory Council within the agency for specified purposes; reenacting provisions relating to provider payment of managed medical assistance program participants. 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Alternative Treatment Options for Veterans Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality A pharmacy in which a pharmacist provides services for minor, non-chronic health conditions must prominently display a sign advising a patient receiving such services to seek follow-up care from a physician. HB101 (Full text link). Hi I just received an email that my exemption was denied an i have 21 days to file for an appeal. Effective Date: July 1, 2022 The bill authorizes dentist and dental hygienist examination candidates to demonstrate clinical skills on a manikin with typodont teeth, rather than a live patient, for licensure in Florida. Under the bill, the protections for members of HMOs would remain unchanged. Summary: HB 81 (Full Text). Continuing Education for Dentists HB 1337 (Full Text). Summary: The law permits the inspection, suspension, revocation, and penalty of surgery centers. The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC or compact) is a multi-state agreement that establishes a mutual recognition system for the licensure of registered nurses and licensed practical or vocational nurses. Florida Department of Education Fingerprinting, Florida Division of Licensing Fingerprinting, VECHS Fingerprinting and Jessica Lunsford Act Screening, Medicaid Provider Enrollment Fingerprinting, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Screening, Florida Department of Health Licensing Screening, Florida State Board of Nursing Fingerprinting, Florida Therapist and Clinician License Fingerprinting. Licensees may reimburse persons for these costs. hb```B eax J-C Is%Ivmv@FGCChGRG\930yX,b X)k JvFvN/n\D|J7A/~)0lcxp6$,lpg1(@` c,\ The bill prohibits the Department of Health (DOH) from denying the issuance of, refusing to renew, suspending, or revoking a professional license based solely on the licensee being delinquent on a payment of or defaulting on his or her student loans. Effective Date: July 1, 2016 Florida Statute 408.809(7)(a) states that AHCA may grant an exemption from disqualification to a person who is subject to this section and who: (1) Does nothave an active professional license or. Any reproduction may be prohibited under federal/state copyright or trade secret laws. If you have a disqualifying offense requiring an exemption, you would check box number 2 on the exemption application that states: "I am an owner, . Requires the Department to adopt rules implementing this section and develop a form for reporting adverse incidents. Amends section 463.006, Florida Statutes, to require the Department to license an applicant for licensure and certification as an optometrist when the applicant meets specified requirements, and creates language relative to the time-period a national examination score can be accepted. The law grants the Department fining authority for non-compliance with statutory requirements for such matters as security, hygiene, packaging and storage. Effective Date: July 1, 2019 Fax: (850) 487-0470. AHCA Form # 3100-0008, January 2017 Rule 59A-35.090, F.A.C . (certain sections become effective January 1, 2017) The bill amends section 468.505, Florida Statutes, providing that certain unlicensed persons are not prohibited or restricted from his or her practice, services, or activities in dietetics and nutrition under certain circumstances. reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Department. The bill also authorizes certified pharmacists to administer influenza vaccines to individuals seven years of age or older through an established protocol with a supervising physician. This provision does not apply to staff hired before August 1, 2010, who has never been screened. The law requires the Department to issue rules on appropriate pesticides for use on medical cannabis after consulting with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. (k) Section817.61, relating to fraudulent use of credit cards, if the offense was a felony. Autonomous APRNs must also now report adverse incidents as outlined in the legislation and additional disciplinary actions are added to the Nurse Practice Act. requirements for qualifying for employment in regards to the background screening standards set forth in Chapter 435 and section 408.809, F.S. The protocol must specify the patients that may be seen, instructions for obtaining a patients medical history, instructions for treatment, and a process and schedule for the pharmacist to provide patient information to the supervising physician and the supervising physician to review the pharmacists actions under the protocol. Regulation of Health Care Practitioners Amends Section 382.002, Florida Statutes, providing a definition of nonviable birth. Amends 382.008, Florida Statutes, authorizing the State Registrar of the Office of Vital Statistics of the Department of Health to electronically receive a certificate of nonviable birth. Summary: Please see Section 381.003 for all statutory changes. Summary: This post was authored by Jamaal R. Jones, Esquire (Partner) of Jones Health Law, P.A. It will happen automatically when you renew your license, but it is important that you understand how this simple change will affect the way you renew your license in the future. Physical Therapy; Revising the definition of the term "practice of physical therapy"; providing that a licensed physical therapist who holds a specified doctoral degree may use specified letters in connection with her or his name or place of business; revising the terms and specified letters prohibited from being used by certain unlicensed persons. If the practitioners continuing education records are not complete, they will be prompted to enter their remaining continuing education hours before proceeding with their license renewal. Additionally, effective July 1, 2020, the Department shall annually review the amount of any fees collected under section 456.47, Florida Statutes, to determine whether such fees are sufficient for the Department and Boards to implement the section. The granting of an exemption does not change an individual's criminal history. The bill revises the requirements for certain health care practitioners providing an opioid drug listed as a Schedule II controlled substance to inform the patient about possible nonopioid alternatives, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of nonopioid alternatives, and provide the pamphlet as required in section 456.44, Florida Statutes by: Department of Health The law prohibits an abortion after a gestational age of 15 weeks and provides an exception to the prohibition when a fetus has not achieved viability under section 390.01112, Florida Statutes, and two physicians certify in writing that the fetus has a fatal fetal abnormality based on reasonable medical judgment. Practice of Physician Assistants Summary: Summary: (d) An Application for Exemption will not be reviewed until all required documents are obtained. The following Affidavit of Compliance with Background Screening may be used for this requirement. However, they can still apply for AHCA's exemption from disqualification. Effective Date: July 1, 2020 Rehabilitation can also be demonstrated by voluntary participation, as well. may be authorized to perform moderate-level or waiver-level clinical laboratory testing within the hospital or hospital-based off-campus emergency department with a separate federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program clinical laboratory certification under 42 C.F.R. You have been lawfully released from confinement, supervision or other nonmonetary condition imposed by the court for a disqualifying misdemeanor criminal offense; At least 3 years after you have been lawfully released from confinement, supervision, or other nonmonetary condition imposed by the court for a disqualifying felony criminal offense; You have completed any court-ordered fee, fine, fund, lien, civil judgment, application, costs of prosecution, trust, or restitution as part of the judgment and sentence for any disqualifying felony or misdemeanor in full; and, If you have been designated as a sexual predator, sexual offender or career offender you are. Requires the executive director of the Board of Nursing to serve as state administrator of the Nurse Licensure Compact. The bill also increases the penalty for violating requirements established for infants born alive in section 390.0111(12), Florida Statutes, from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony. 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