Bill > HF82

This bill clarifies the scope of practice for athletic trainers, defining "athletic training" to include risk reduction, wellness, health literacy, assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, critical incident management, therapeutic intervention, and health care administration. It specifies that athletic trainers practice in healthcare settings and serve patient populations identified by certification boards and approved education programs, and that their actions must be performed under the supervision of, on the prescription of, and in collaboration with a licensed primary physician. The bill also outlines that athletic trainers must use therapeutic interventions within their training and experience, and while they can evaluate and treat patients for a limited time (up to 30 days) without a prior diagnosis at their primary employment site, they must refer patients whose conditions are outside their scope of practice to other licensed healthcare professionals. Furthermore, it clarifies that athletic trainers cannot practice or claim to practice other licensed health professions unless they hold the appropriate license, and it makes exceptions for athletic trainers temporarily in Minnesota for specific athletic events if they are licensed or certified by another state or recognized board. Finally, the bill repeals existing definitions of "athlete" and "athletic injury," indicating a shift in focus towards a broader patient population rather than solely athletes.