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Introduced
02/13/2023
02/13/2023
In Committee
03/07/2023
03/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2023
03/18/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Physical Therapist Mri Orders
AI Summary
This bill amends the Physical Therapy Act in New Mexico to allow physical therapists to order magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of their patients. The bill clarifies the definition of "practice of physical therapy" to include ordering MRI exams, in addition to other existing physical therapy services such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and patient-related instruction. The bill also makes minor changes to the short title of the act.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 03/07/2023)
Taxonomy
Health
- ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities
- ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=412&year=23 | 02/13/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/23%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0412.pdf | 02/13/2023 |
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