Reference is to Printer's Date 2/15/18-H.
Amend the bill, as and if amended, Section 40-51-210(A), as contained in SECTION 1, beginning on Page 1, by striking Subsection (A) in its entirety and inserting:
/ (A) Surgery of the
ankle and soft tissue structures governing the ankle must be
performed in an accredited hospital or ambulatory surgical
center. A podiatrist who performs osseous (boney) surgical
procedures of the ankle and related soft tissue structures
governing the ankle must be board-certified or board-qualified
by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, must have
graduated from a three-year residency program in podiatric
medicine and reconstructive rear foot and ankle (RRA) surgery
accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education or its
successor organization at the time of graduation, and shall
satisfy all requirements for credentials as outlined by the
facility. In addition to granting or denying privileges, the
governing body of each hospital or ambulatory surgical center
may suspend, revoke, or modify these privileges. An applicant or
individual who has privileges shall comply with applicable
medical staff bylaws, rules, and regulations, including the
policies and procedures governing the qualifications of
applicants and the scope and delineation of privileges.
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Renumber sections to conform.
Amend title to conform.