HB 3300
Relating to a patient’s right to choose physician
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Bill overview
This bill aims to give patients in West Virginia the right to choose whether they receive medical treatment from a resident physician, ensuring a licensed physician is available when desired. It requires medical professionals to obtain consent from patients beforehand regarding treatment by residents and to confirm the patient’s preference. The bill also clarifies that residents can still treat patients in emergency situations. The goal is to improve patient comfort and trust in their healthcare by allowing them to select the physician they feel most comfortable with.
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