HB 4222
Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to diabetes self-management education.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allows the West Virginia Department of Health to create a rule outlining standards and guidelines for diabetes self-management education programs. The rule, currently outlined in 64 CSR 115, will provide a framework for these programs within the state. This aims to improve the quality and consistency of diabetes education services available to West Virginians. The Department of Health will use the authority granted in §33-59-1 of the Code of West Virginia to develop and implement this rule.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Health to develop a legislative rule.
- The rule will focus on diabetes self-management education.
- The rule is based on existing guidelines detailed in 64 CSR 115.
- The Department of Health is authorized to utilize the authority of §33-59-1 of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- Individuals with diabetes
- Healthcare providers offering diabetes education
- The West Virginia Department of Health
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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