Florida H0587 amends the definition of "medical review committee" and exempts their proceedings from discovery and use in civil actions.

Florida H0587 revises the definition of "medical review committee" to include various entities formed to evaluate and improve the quality of health care. It also exempts the proceedings, findings, and records of these committees from discovery or use in any civil or administrative action against a provider of professional health services. The bill ensures that members of these committees cannot be compelled to testify about their proceedings or opinions formed during committee hearings. This act took effect on July 1, 2026.

Florida H0587 amends the definition of "medical review committee" and exempts their proceedings from discovery and use in civil actions.

Florida H0587 revises the definition of "medical review committee" to include various entities formed to evaluate and improve the quality of health care. It also exempts the proceedings, findings, and records of these committees from discovery or use in any civil or administrative action against a provider of professional health services. The bill ensures that members of these committees cannot be compelled to testify about their proceedings or opinions formed during committee hearings. This act took effect on July 1, 2026.