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ID H0344

ID H0344
Amends existing law to revise definitions and provisions regarding certain procedures performed by dental hygienists and to revise terminology.


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Introduced
01/16/2018
In Committee
02/16/2018
Crossed Over
01/31/2018
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/12/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

DENTISTS -- Amends existing law to revise definitions and provisions regarding certain procedures performed by dental hygienists and to revise terminology.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to revise definitions and provisions regarding certain procedures performed by dental hygienists and to revise terminology. It modifies the definitions of "direct supervision," "extended access oral health care setting," and "general supervision" to update the language. The bill also expands the settings where dental hygienists can practice under general supervision, including medical offices and tribal clinics. Additionally, it clarifies the responsibilities of the supervising dentist in extended access oral health care settings. The bill makes changes to the volunteer's license requirements for retired dentists and dental hygienists to provide services to underserved populations.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Health and Welfare Committee (House)

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 12, 2018 Session Law Chapter 53 Effective: 07/01/2018 (on 03/12/2018)

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