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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
03/05/2021
03/05/2021
Crossed Over
03/02/2021
03/02/2021
Passed
03/13/2021
03/13/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/13/2021
03/13/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH CARE; AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF "TELEDENTISTRY"; CLARIFYING THAT A DENTIST, DENTAL HYGIENIST OR DENTAL THERAPIST PRACTICING TELEDENTISTRY IS SUBJECT TO DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS PERTAINING TO LICENSURE.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "teledentistry" in the Dental Health Care Act to clarify that a dentist, dental hygienist, or dental therapist practicing teledentistry is subject to disciplinary proceedings pertaining to their licensure. The bill also clarifies that disciplinary proceedings can be instituted against any licensee or certificate holder under the Dental Health Care Act, including those practicing teledentistry, for various violations such as fraud, incompetence, or unprofessional conduct.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 63 - Apr. 5 (on 03/13/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=200&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/final/SB0200.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0200.pdf |
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