Additionally, the law requires the designation of physicians for the registered office's compliance. Participating and non-participating providers are those defined in s. 627.419, Florida Statutes and s. 627.6471, Florida Statutes. (b)As provided in chapter 435, the appropriate regulatory board within the Department of Health, or the department itself if there is no board, may grant an exemption from disqualification to a person who is subject to this section and who has received a professional license or certification from the Department of Health or a regulatory board within that department and that person is providing a service within the scope of his or her licensed or certified practice. This website addresses information regarding certifying of patients under the age of 18, availability, supply limits, consent form requirements, required documentation, and more. The Background Screening Unit processes screening results for health care providers in Florida currently licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration. The bill authorizes dentist and dental hygienist examination candidates to demonstrate clinical skills on a manikin with typodont teeth, rather than a live patient, for licensure in Florida. Additionally, the bill repeals the requirement that DOH must obtain a monthly list from the United States Health and Human Services (USHHS) of the health care practitioners who have defaulted on their student loans. SB 312 (Full Text). HB 245 (Full Text). Telehealth (Dentistry, Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Nursing, Podiatric Medicine)
(c) Disqualifying Offense means any criminal offense prohibited in Section 435.03, 435.04 or 408.809(5), F.S. Dispensing Medicinal Drugs
Since there is no clear distinction whether or not the mailing address may also be a home address, licensees must overtly request that their home address be exempted from public display. The Council is charged with developing standards of practice to recommend to the Board for adoption by rule. HB 1461 (Full Text). Summary:
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
The bill exempts out-of-state licensed practitioners who practice under the compact from the licensure requirements in this state. Descriptions of such offenses are listed inFlorida Statute (F.S. However, they can still apply for AHCA's exemption from disqualification. We combine our knowledge and skillset with our passion for arguing our client's case for an exemption before AHCA/DOH hearing panel. The bill creates a licensed and regulated profession, genetic counseling, within the Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, in part III of chapter 483, Florida Statutes, and authorizes the new practice act to be cited as the Genetic Counseling Workforce Act.. 408.809Background screening; prohibited offenses.. HB 467 (Full Text). Licensees may reimburse persons for these costs. hbbd```b``3@$& `q)DrEHv3d&e|`N9dLV+1W&2n`[&II0L* df&FF94!30~0 nb
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The Board also voted to define primary care practice to include health promotion, disease prevention, health maintenance, counselling, patient education, and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of healthcare settings. The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC or compact) is a multi-state agreement that establishes a mutual recognition system for the licensure of registered nurses and licensed practical or vocational nurses. Due to recent changes in accreditation nomenclature at the U.S. Department of Education, all accreditation references in this section were changed from regionally to institutionally accredited college or university. The completed fingerprint card must be mailed to the Background Screening Unit at 2727 Mahan Drive, MS 40,Tallahassee, Florida 32308. Summary:
Removes the requirement for a licensed PA to notify the Department in writing within 30 days of employment or after any change in supervising physician. HB 6095 (Full Text). Regulation of Health Care Practitioners
The law authorizes the Department to register and regulate office surgery centers. Effective Date: Upon becoming a law
Level 2 background screening with AHCA fingerprints (Should already be on file with FDLE) Please sign release form attached in packet Physical within six (6) months that states you are free from communicable diseases. The bill establishes minimum experience, education, and training requirements for PTs who perform dry needling. immediately if arrested for any of the disqualifying offenses while employed by the employer; AND the proof of screening within the previous 5 years in section 408.809(2), Florida Statutes, which requires proof These hours must be offered by a Board-approved provider or a national organization empowered to accredit nursing CE. Summary:
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Florida Department of Education Fingerprinting, Florida Division of Licensing Fingerprinting, VECHS Fingerprinting and Jessica Lunsford Act Screening, Medicaid Provider Enrollment Fingerprinting, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Screening, Florida Department of Health Licensing Screening, Florida State Board of Nursing Fingerprinting, Florida Therapist and Clinician License Fingerprinting. (8)There is no unemployment compensation or other monetary liability on the part of, and no cause of action for damages arising against, an employer that, upon notice of a disqualifying offense listed under chapter 435 or this section, terminates the person against whom the report was issued, whether or not that person has filed for an exemption with the Department of Health or the agency. Physical Therapy Practice
Senate Bill 262 (Full Text). The bill requires the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling to appoint an individual to serve on the compact Commission. (i) Section817.568, relating to criminal use of personal identification information. (b) As an alternative to a new background screen, persons required to undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with Section 408.809, F.S., that have been screened within the previous 5 years by the Agency, Department of Health, Department of Children and Family Services, Agency for Persons with Disabilities or Department of Financial Services, or if the applicant has a certificate of authority to operate a continuing care retirement community, may submit to the appropriate Agency licensing unit: 1. Exemptions granted by one agency will be considered by other agencies, but it is not binding on subsequent agencies. Summary:
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(7)The agency and the Department of Health may adopt rules pursuant to ss. Click edit button to change this text. Sections 12-14 went into effect on 3/11/20
The bill authorizes a certified registered pharmacy technician to administer vaccines and immunizations to adults under the supervision of a certified pharmacist. You also must make sure that your license stays active if you are a licensed healthcare provider, which means that you should submit any renewal forms and correct any omissions to prevent your license from expiring. Removes medical malpractice insurance, arrangements for patients requiring follow-up care, and academic record risk reviews from dental school written plan protocols; and. Prescription Drug Importation Programs
The bill creates three pathways to licensure for applicants for a marriage and family therapy license to meet the minimum educational requirements by one of the following methods: The bill also updates the education requirements for marriage and family therapists by correcting an obsolete reference to accreditation by Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA), which was dissolved in 1997. part 24 493. Existing statutory language requires that beginning July 1, 2025, mental health therapy licensure by examination applicants must graduate from a CACREP-accredited program. requirements for qualifying for employment in regards to the background screening standards set forth in Chapter 435 and section 408.809, F.S. During a declared state of emergency, a 72-hour supply may be dispensed by a hospital located in an area affected by the emergency. House Bill 307 (Full Text)
Section 8: Designated Health Care Professionals Information Required for Licensure
The bill also requires that the monthly report include the number of drug regimens dispensed or prescribed for a medical abortion. Administration of Vaccines (Pharmacy)
In accordance with Section 381.003, Florida Statutes, effective January 1, 2021, all health care practitioners licensed under chapter 458, chapter 459, or chapter 464 in this state who administer vaccinations or causes vaccinations to be administered to children from birth through 17 years of age is required to report vaccination data to the immunization registry, Florida SHOTS, unless a parent or guardian of a child has refused to have the child included in the immunization registry by meeting the requirements identified in 381.003(e)2., F.S. The law requires the Department to issue an emergency order suspending or restricting the registration of certain facilities when the office is found not in compliance with the standards of practice for office surgery. Fear not, because you may be eligible to file an Exemption from Disqualification if you meet certain criteria. Finally, the new law requires the Department to approve three additional dispensing organizations should the active patient population in Florida reach 250,000. Unlicensed personnel working for a health care provider, Facility owners, administrators or Chief Financial Officers. The RN is not authorized to delegate the administration of Schedule II-IV controlled substances. Law Implemented 408.809, 408.810 FS. Separate portions of HB 607, now referred to as Chapter 2020-9, Laws of Florida, impact Board of Nursing licensees. Nonopioid Alternatives
The bill requires submission of proof that applicants licensed under chapters 458, 459, or chapter 461, Florida Statutes, provide proof of payment of assessments to fund the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association required under section 766.314, Florida Statutes. Vicky Stone-Gale, DNP, FNP-C, MSN from Plantation
The Agency will consider the following: Once youve submitted your application it takes approximately 30 days for AHCA to render its decision to you. Effective Date: July 1, 2021
Effective Date: Upon becoming law
The bill also requires the consultant pharmacist to maintain all drug, patient care, and quality assurance records. While the estimate does not preclude actual charges from exceeding the estimate, failure to provide it within the required time without good cause will result in discipline against the practitioner. The bill prohibits a physician from performing an abortion on a minor unless the physician has received a notarized, written consent statement signed by the minor and her mother, father, or legal guardian and the physician has been presented with proof of identification and proof of parentage or guardianship by the parent or legal guardian. BGScreen@ahca.myflorida.com. 15. Summary:
If withdrawn, the individual must submit a new fingerprint card accompanied by the required fee. Requires DOH to report certain investigative information to the coordinated licensure information system (CLIS). The bill further addresses Schedule II prescribing privileges for both ARNPs and PAs. Effective Date: July 1, 2022
Effective Date: July 1, 2016
5, ch. A person who serves as a controlling interest of, is employed by, or contracts with a licensee on July 31, 2010, who has been screened and qualified according to standards specified in s.435.03 or s.435.04 must be rescreened by July 31, 2015. The bill expands the behavioral health workforce and recognizes the critical need for psychiatric care throughout the state. where we provide "On-Call Legal Services to Healthcare Professionals". The exemption only provides eligibility for employment despite the presence of a disqualifying offense(s). HB 23 (Full Text). Licensure Examinations for Dental Practitioners (Dentistry)
AFTER HOURS AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE, CONVENIENCE FEES APPLY. Distributing Pharmaceutical Drugs and Devices
), Chapter 408.809 . Effective Date: July 1, 2020
Florida Statute 408.809(7)(a) states that AHCA may grant an exemption from disqualification to a person who is subject to this section and who: (1) Does not have an active professional license or certification from the DOH; or (2) has an active professional license or certification from the DOH but is not providing a service within the scope of that license or certification.You may also have to submit a signed background screening privacy policy acknowledging receipt of the privacy policy. Allow the holder of a medical faculty certificate to practice at a specialty-licensed childrens hospital in accordance with Chapter 395, F.S.. Effective Date: July 1, 2020
Senate Bill 1934 (Full Text). During the 2016 Legislative Session, House Bill 373, and companion Senate Bill 12, were passed into law. House Bill 173 (Full Text). Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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However, all ARNPs and PAs are required to complete at least three hours of continuing education on the safe and effective prescribing of controlled substances. Summary:
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House Bill 221 (Full Text). Summary:
Creates section 465,0157 (4), Florida Statutes, to set the fee for an initial international export pharmacy permit and biennial renewal of the permit to be set by board rule under section 465.022(14), Florida Statutes. The bill amends section 483.801, Florida Statutes, adding an exemption from licensure for a registered nurse performing alternate-site testing. Podiatric Medicine
Resubmissions are initiated through AHCAs Background Screening website by an AHCA, Medicaid, or Managed Care provider. Authorization of a pharmacist to administer specified medication by injection under certain circumstances, Requirement of a pharmacist who administers such injections to complete a specified course. Transparency in Health Care (all health care practitioners)
(h) Level 2 Screening means an assessment of the criminal history record obtained through a fingerprint search through the FDLE and FBI to determine whether screened individuals have any disqualifying offenses pursuant to Section 435.04 or 408.809(5), F.S. 0
The bill expands the scope of Class III institutional pharmacies to authorize them to dispense, distribute, compound, and fill prescriptions for medicinal drugs for inpatient treatment to a patient receiving acute and post-acute hospital care at their residence through a program approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Agency for Health Care Administration. SB 1374 (Full Text). Training coursework is required in order for a CNA to administer medication under an RNs delegation. Exempts from public records a nurse's personal identification information that DOH obtains from the nurse licensing compact coordinated licensure information system; exempts certain meetings of the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators from public meeting requirements and provides an exemption for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the closed portion of such meetings. BACKGROUND SCREENING BRIEFING 5/18/2015 3 (ss) Chapter 893, relating to drug abuse prevention and control, only if the offense was a felony or if any other person involved in the offense was a minor. The Board of Pharmacy shall adopt guidelines for the circumstances under which the information required under this subsection shall be provided. The Department of Law Enforcement shall charge the agency for screening pursuant to s.943.053(3). After receiving Level 2 Background Screening results from FDLE / FBI, AHCA will look if there are Disqualifying criminal offenses in the report. If you are not licensed with the Florida Department of Health, please see the information listed under the section titled Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). In addition, the department does not warrant either expressly or by implication any individual, organization, product or service appearing on this site or that is electronically linked to this site. Effective Date: Upon Enactment into Law
The granting of an exemption does not change an individual's criminal history. Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Health Care Services (all health care practitioners)
Cited as the Don Hahnfeldt Veteran and Military Family Opportunity Act. Requires the Department to adopt rules implementing this section and develop a form for reporting adverse incidents. However, the terms may also refer to certain disqualifying offenses if certain statutes are referenced. Effective Date: March 18, 2019
Effective Date: July 1, 2016
The bill requires a health care practitioner, or his or her employees, to obtain parental consent before performing health care services on a minor child and subjects health care practitioners and health care facilities to disciplinary action for violation of these parental consent requirements in certain instances. 408.809 Background screening; prohibited offenses. (1) Level 2 background screening pursuant to chapter 435 must be conducted through the agency on each of the following persons, who are considered employees for the purposes of conducting screening under chapter 435: (a) The licensee, if an individual. Florida Department of Education Fingerprinting, Florida Division of Licensing Fingerprinting, VECHS Fingerprinting and Jessica Lunsford Act Screening, Medicaid Provider Enrollment Fingerprinting, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Screening, Florida Department of Health Licensing Screening, Florida State Board of Nursing Fingerprinting, Florida Therapist and Clinician License Fingerprinting. Hi I just received an email that my exemption was denied an i have 21 days to file for an appeal. HB 351 (Full Text). Effective Date: Upon becoming law
The bill eliminates all Department licensure fees for military spouses. 1. Each employee/contractor required to undergo screening must attest upon hiring that they meet the requirements for employment and agree to inform the employer immediately if arrested for any disqualifying offense. Summary:
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SB 354 (Full Text). AHCA Background Screening Application for Exemption An individual who has been found guilty of any "disqualifying criminal offenses as listed in sections 435.03 (2), 435.04 (2), and 408.809 Florida Statutes might be deemed ineligible to work with minors or senior citizens.
The law establishes the Dental Student Loan Repayment Program to support dentists who practice in public health programs in underserved areas and requires the Department to establish the Donated Dental Services Program to provide comprehensive dental care to certain eligible individuals. Florida's law requires you to offer 'clear and convincing evidence to prove your . Occupational Therapy
Effective Date: January 1, 2021
(a) A provider may conduct Level 1 background screening for employees either directly through the FDLE or through the Agency. Summary:
This bill modernizes the definitions of physical therapy assessment and the practice of physical therapy to reflect current practice and authorizes the Board of Physical Therapy Practice to adopt rules related to the standards of practice for physical therapists (PT) to perform dry needling. The bill creates the crime of reproductive battery. For information on obtaining Livescan background screenings, please click on the Locate A Provider tab. Increases the number of PAs a physician may supervise from four to 10; Removes the requirement that a PA notify a patient of the right to see a physician prior to the PA prescribing or dispensing a prescription; Authorizes a PA to procure medications and medical devices, with exceptions; Repeals authorization for the Department of Health (Department) to issue prescriber numbers to PAs and eliminates the need for PA prescriber numbers on prescriptions; Authorizes a PA under the supervision of certain practitioners to prescribe up to a 14-day supply of Schedule II psychotropic drugs to a minors; Except for a physician certification, authorizes a PA to authenticate any document if the document may also be so authenticated by a physician; Authorizes a PA to supervise medical assistants; Amends provisions related to program approval for the education and training of PAs and allows trainees to perform medical services rendered within the scope of an approved program; Amends the licensure requirements for PAs based on the date a PA graduated from an approved program as defined in the bill by specifying which PA education and training programs are approved for PA licensure; Authorizes a PA to satisfy the continuing education requirement on controlled substance prescribing through a designated course; Removes the requirement that PA licensure applicants seeking prescribing authority provide course transcripts; and. Summary:
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