Health occupations: physicians; interstate medical licensure compact; update. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16189.
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Overview
This bill establishes an interstate medical licensure compact, allowing physicians licensed in one participating state to practice in other states without needing to obtain a new license in each location. It creates a streamlined process for licensure and ensures patient safety by maintaining the jurisdiction of state medical boards. The compact aims to improve access to healthcare by reducing barriers for physicians to practice across state lines, while not altering existing state medical practice acts.
Key provisions
- Creates an interstate medical licensure compact among participating states.
- Allows physicians to obtain an ‘expedited license’ in a member state.
- Establishes eligibility requirements for physicians seeking expedited licensure, including education, examination results, and criminal background checks.
- Designates a ‘state of principal license’ for physicians.
- Requires member boards to share information about physicians licensed through the compact.
- Creates an Interstate Commission to administer the compact and promulgate rules.
- Provides for fee collection and distribution by the Interstate Commission.
- Outlines procedures for dispute resolution and withdrawal of states from the compact.
Who is affected
- Physicians
- State Medical Boards
- Patients
- Healthcare Providers
- State Legislatures
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