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Introduced
01/26/2017
01/26/2017
In Committee
03/22/2017
03/22/2017
Crossed Over
02/10/2017
02/10/2017
Passed
04/05/2017
04/05/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/08/2017
05/08/2017
Introduced Session
2017-2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 11 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dental hygienists, so as to authorize licensed dental hygienists to perform certain functions under general supervision in certain settings; to provide for legislative findings and intent; to provide for definitions; to provide for criteria; to provide for requirements; to collect certain Medicaid data; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes licensed dental hygienists to perform certain functions, such as applying sealants, fluoride treatment, and oral prophylaxis, under general supervision (without the dentist present) in certain settings like schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and federally qualified health centers. It also establishes criteria for when a dentist can authorize general supervision, requires hygienists to have at least 2 years of experience, and mandates the collection of Medicaid data on utilization rates. The purpose is to increase access to preventative dental care for underserved and needy populations in Georgia.
Sponsors (6)
Stacey Abrams (D)*,
Sharon Cooper (R)*,
Matt Hatchett (R)*,
Lee Hawkins (R)*,
Michele Henson (D)*,
Renee Unterman (R),
Last Action
Effective Date (on 01/01/2018)
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