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MD SB950

MD SB950
Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations Conducted Through Telehealth - Reimbursement and Study


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Introduced
02/02/2024
In Committee
04/01/2024
Crossed Over
03/14/2024
Passed
04/03/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/16/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizing the reimbursement of a sexual assault forensic exam conducted through peer-to-peer telehealth under certain circumstances; requiring the Maryland Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Policy and Funding Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of a telehealth program that includes a pilot program for conducting sexual assault forensic examinations through telehealth; and requiring the Committee to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly on or before December 1, 2024.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the reimbursement of sexual assault forensic exams conducted through "peer-to-peer telehealth," which allows a forensic nurse examiner in one location to assist in the performance of an exam with a qualified health care provider and patient in another location. It also requires the Maryland Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Policy and Funding Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of a telehealth program, including a pilot program for conducting sexual assault forensic examinations through telehealth, and to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by December 1, 2024. The bill further states that nothing in the Act prohibits a hospital system in the state from seeking and applying for funding related to sexual assault forensic exams conducted through telehealth.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 833 (on 05/16/2024)

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