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This bill makes several changes to Arizona law concerning radiologic technologists and radiologist assistants. It clarifies that facilities providing diagnostic or screening mammography must be certified by the department, even if the personnel performing them are exempt from further licensure, and that these facilities must ensure accuracy and safety. The bill also updates the accreditation bodies recognized for radiologic technology schools, expands the curriculum requirements to include patient care and an introduction to other imaging modalities, and specifies that examinations for radiologic technologists should align with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists' content. Additionally, it allows radiologist assistants to perform fluoroscopic procedures and assess patient responsiveness under the supervision of a radiologist, with supervision defined as being readily accessible by telecommunication. The bill also updates continuing education requirements for various technologist certifications, including radiologist assistants, and clarifies that mammographic technologists can apply ionizing radiation to a person's hips, spine, and extremities. Finally, it amends the definition of "health care provider" to include entities licensed under specific titles and chapters of Arizona Revised Statutes, and clarifies that telehealth does not include fax, instant messages, voicemail, or email.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83608