Authorizes clinical laboratories to perform tests without individual order from practitioner.
This bill allows patients in New Jersey to request lab tests directly from clinical laboratories without needing a doctor's order. Laboratories performing such tests must provide patients with a clear notice about the benefits of discussing results with a healthcare provider and the risk of misinterpreting results without professional guidance. Labs must also maintain patient records securely in compliance with existing privacy rules (HIPAA). The law applies to all clinical laboratories in New Jersey and takes effect four months after enactment.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 5, 2024
Last action Feb 5, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Shirley Turner
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