Revises provisions relating to testing for sexually transmitted diseases. (BDR 40-745)

Expanded the mandatory syphilis examination requirement to include physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses.

Mandated the use of rapid or point-of-care tests for pregnant women without prior prenatal screenings in non-hospital settings to ensure results are available before discharge.

Clarified that testing is required for all pregnant women seeking treatment at a facility, regardless of the reason for the visit, unless they refuse.

Required medical facilities to document any refusal of syphilis testing by a pregnant woman.

Required medical facilities to develop a policy ensuring compliance with new testing standards and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommendations.

Authorized Medicaid to reimburse for rapid or point-of-care syphilis testing separately from other prenatal care costs.

Exempted rural clinics owned, operated, or administered by certain governmental entities from specific testing requirements.