S 2714 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Requires patient to receive notification of abnormality in chest x-ray; designated as Claudia's Law.

This bill, designated as Claudia's Law, requires healthcare providers to include specific language in chest x-ray reports when abnormalities are detected. It mandates that patients receive a notification stating: "Your chest x-ray shows an abnormality that may be associated with a risk factor for various illnesses. Use this information to talk to your health care provider..." The law directly affects patients receiving chest x-ray results with abnormalities and requires providers to include this standardized notification. It aims to prompt patients to discuss potential risks and screening options with their doctors, without altering medical protocols or requiring additional testing.
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Introduced Feb 15, 2024 Last action Feb 15, 2024
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Feb 15, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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