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WI AB295
Allowing certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to engage in the practice of radiography.
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Introduced
05/30/2025
05/30/2025
In Committee
05/30/2025
05/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under current law, no person may engage in the practice of radiography unless the person is granted a license by the Radiography Examining Board. XPractice of radiographyY is defined to mean the imaging of anatomical structures, produced by the combined application of X-rays to the human body and the application of knowledge in the fields of anatomy, radiographic positioning, and radiographic technique, and knowledge of principles of radiation protection, for the purpose of medical diagnosis. Current law provides several exceptions from the requirement that a person be licensed by the Radiography Examining Board in order to engage in the practice of radiography, including for physicians, chiropractors, dentists, and physician assistants. This bill adds certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to the list of persons who are not required to obtain a license from the Radiography Examining Board to engage in the practice of radiography.
AI Summary
This bill adds certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to the list of healthcare professionals who are exempt from obtaining a license from the Radiography Examining Board to practice radiography. In the context of medical imaging, radiography involves using X-rays to create images of anatomical structures for diagnostic purposes, requiring specialized knowledge of anatomy, positioning, techniques, and radiation protection. Currently, other healthcare professionals like physicians, chiropractors, dentists, and physician assistants are already exempt from licensing requirements. By specifically including advanced practice nurse prescribers (who are nurses with advanced training and certification to perform certain medical functions), the bill expands the group of professionals who can perform radiographic procedures without obtaining a separate radiography license. This change potentially increases access to medical imaging services by allowing these highly trained nurses to conduct X-ray procedures within their professional scope of practice.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Assembly Health, Aging and Long-Term Care Public Hearing (11:00:00 6/25/2025 415 Northwest) (on 06/25/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab295 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/AB295.pdf |
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