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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require insurers to report malpractice claims or actions for optometrists. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires insurers or risk management organizations that provide professional liability insurance to registered optometrists to report any claims or actions for damages due to errors, omissions, or negligence in the performance of an optometrist's services. The report must include specific information, such as the optometrist's name and policy number, the claimant's details, the nature of the claim, and the disposition of the case, whether it resulted in a final judgment, settlement, or no payment. The bill also requires the Board of Registration in Optometry to promulgate rules and regulations for this reporting requirement within 90 days of the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/18/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H501 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H501.pdf |
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