Bill > HB06920

This bill aims to improve emergency medical care for patients with rare diseases or special health care needs by requiring emergency medical providers to follow patient-specific emergency medical care protocols. The bill defines several key healthcare professional roles, including emergency department physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice registered nurses, and emergency medical services personnel. Under the proposed legislation, when providing emergency care to a patient with a rare disease or special health care needs, these healthcare providers must adhere to a patient-specific emergency medical care protocol that has been developed by the patient's own primary care provider (physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse) and provided to the emergency care provider by the patient or their representative. This protocol would help ensure that emergency medical personnel are aware of and can follow specialized care instructions tailored to the unique medical requirements of patients with complex health conditions. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and is designed to safeguard the health and well-being of individuals with rare diseases or special healthcare needs by promoting more personalized and informed emergency medical treatment.

Health and Social Services

Public Health Committee (J)

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