SB 798
Board of Medicine rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
Senate Bill 798 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Medicine to create a rule outlining the requirements for continuing education for both physicians and podiatric physicians. This rule will detail the specific topics and hours of continuing education that these medical professionals must complete to maintain their licenses. The bill focuses on clarifying the Board’s authority to establish and enforce these continuing education standards. The rule, 11 CSR 06, was previously filed and is now authorized.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Medicine to create a rule.
- The rule will address continuing education requirements.
- The rule applies to physicians and podiatric physicians.
- The rule is part of 11 CSR 06.
Who is affected
- Physicians
- Podiatric Physicians
- West Virginia Board of Medicine
Notable changes
- Clarifies the Board of Medicine’s authority regarding continuing education rules.
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