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GA HB692
GA HB692Nurses; notify supervising or delegating physician when subject to a complaint or report in outpatient settings; provisions
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Introduced
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 3 of Chapter 26 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to mandatory reporting requirements for nurses, so as to require registered professional nurses and advanced practice registered nurses in outpatient settings to immediately notify his or her supervising or delegating physician when he or she is subject to a complaint or report made to the Georgia Board of Nursing; to require the Georgia Board of Nursing to transmit to the Georgia Composite Medical Board copies of certain complaints and reports received relating to care rendered in certain settings which requires physician involvement; to provide for definitions; to provide for confidentiality and privileges relating to communications between the boards; to provide for an exception; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Georgia's nursing regulations to create new reporting requirements for registered professional nurses and advanced practice registered nurses working in outpatient settings. Starting July 1, 2025, nurses must immediately notify their supervising or delegating physician if they become aware of a complaint or report to the Georgia Board of Nursing regarding care that involves physician-related activities, such as ordering, procuring, administering, or prescribing prescription products under a nurse protocol agreement. The bill also requires the Board of Nursing to transmit copies of such complaints and reports to the Georgia Composite Medical Board. Notably, the bill defines several technical terms like "prescription drug," "biological product," and "medical device" to provide clarity. The legislation includes provisions to ensure that these communications between boards do not compromise confidentiality or existing legal privileges. The bill specifically excludes complaints related to prescription products administered through home health agencies. This new law aims to improve transparency and communication between nurses and physicians in outpatient healthcare settings by ensuring prompt notification of potential professional concerns.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 03/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71032 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/234618 |
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