Health occupations: physicians; reporting to secretary of state patients with conditions that that cause or contributes to a seizure; require under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 5139 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5139).
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Overview
This bill requires physicians and optometrists in Michigan to report to the Secretary of State about patients who have conditions that could cause seizures or impair their ability to drive safely. If a physician believes a patient’s condition poses a risk to others, they must report it and potentially recommend a suspension of their driver’s license. The bill also provides immunity for physicians who make these reports in good faith.
Key provisions
- Physicians must report patients with conditions that could cause seizures to the Secretary of State.
- Reports must be submitted to initiate or contribute to an examination of a driver’s qualifications.
- A patient with an operator’s license may have their license suspended for at least 6 months.
- A patient with a commercial license may have their license suspended for at least 12 months.
- The bill defines ‘episode’ as various conditions impacting driving ability.
- The bill defines ‘seizure experience’ specifically.
- Physicians making reports are immune from liability if acting in good faith.
- Optometrists are included in the reporting requirements.
Who is affected
- Physicians
- Optometrists
- Patients with seizure conditions
- Motor vehicle drivers
- The Secretary of State
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