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FL S0746

FL S0746
Health Care Clinic Act


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Introduced
01/24/2014
In Committee
02/04/2014
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/01/2014

Introduced Session

2014 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Redefining the term "clinic"; exempting certain federally certified clinics from licensure under the act; providing that a clinic is subject to penalties if it engages physicians whose licenses have been suspended or revoked, etc.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the Health Care Clinic Act, aims to redefine what constitutes a "clinic" for regulatory purposes and exempts certain federally certified clinics from needing a state license. It clarifies that a clinic is an entity providing health care services that receives payment for them, including mobile clinics and portable equipment providers. The bill also introduces penalties for clinics that employ physicians whose licenses have been suspended or revoked, or if two or more physicians lose their licenses due to actions taken while employed by the clinic. These changes are intended to streamline regulations and ensure accountability within the healthcare system.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (3)

Community Affairs (Senate), Criminal Justice (Senate), Health Policy (Senate)

Last Action

Laid on Table (on 05/01/2014)

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