Bill > HF2393

This bill modifies the definition of a "medical consultant" for community health boards in Minnesota by expanding the types of medical professionals who can serve in this role. Previously, only physicians licensed to practice medicine in Minnesota could be medical consultants. The revised definition now allows physicians, doctors of osteopathic medicine, physician assistants licensed by the Board of Medical Practice, and advanced practice registered nurses (specifically clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners) licensed by the Board of Nursing to serve as medical consultants. These medical consultants would continue to have the same core responsibilities: providing advice and information, authorizing medical procedures through protocols, and helping community health boards coordinate with local medical practitioners and health care institutions. The bill aims to increase flexibility in staffing medical consultant positions by broadening the range of qualified healthcare professionals who can take on this advisory role.

Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2393&ssn=0&y=2025