Hawaii SB395 mandates lead screening tests for minors and sets procedures for test results documentation.

Hawaii SB395 requires physicians to perform or order lead screening tests for minors at specified intervals and document the results in the patient's record. The Department of Health must adopt recommendations for these tests, including considering minors at high risk for lead exposure and aligning with Medicaid screening schedules. The bill allows the Department of Health to adjust these recommendations based on data collected over five years, with a report to the legislature if changes are made. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Hawaii SB395 mandates lead screening tests for minors and sets procedures for test results documentation.

Hawaii SB395 requires physicians to perform or order lead screening tests for minors at specified intervals and document the results in the patient's record. The Department of Health must adopt recommendations for these tests, including considering minors at high risk for lead exposure and aligning with Medicaid screening schedules. The bill allows the Department of Health to adjust these recommendations based on data collected over five years, with a report to the legislature if changes are made. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.