Health occupations: veterinarians; veterinarian-client-patient relationship; require. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 18818. TIE BAR WITH: SB 194'25
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Overview
This bill clarifies the requirements for establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship in Michigan. It mandates that veterinarians engage in veterinary medicine only within this relationship, outlining specific steps to ensure proper clinical judgment and knowledge of the animal. The bill also addresses the use of telehealth for examinations, including limitations and requirements for prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances.
Key provisions
- Veterinarians must engage in veterinary medicine within a veterinarian-client-patient relationship.
- A veterinarian must have current knowledge of an animal through in-person examination, telehealth (with limitations), or a medically appropriate visit.
- Telehealth examinations are restricted to companion animals and cannot be used for interstate certificates.
- Veterinarians can prescribe drugs for up to 14 days without refills, but must conduct another telehealth examination to extend the prescription.
- Prescriptions for controlled substances require an in-person examination or medically appropriate visit.
- Veterinarians must notify owners of available prescription drugs and provide prescriptions to their chosen pharmacy.
- The bill defines key terms such as 'companion animal,' 'pet health certificate,' and 'telehealth.'
Who is affected
- Veterinarians
- Animal Owners
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