Iowa SSB3081 modifies licensing rules for medical and osteopathic medicine practitioners.

Iowa SSB3081 amends the licensing rules for medical and osteopathic medicine practitioners. The bill allows applicants to designate a representative to submit materials on their behalf. It mandates the board to set license terms at a minimum of three years, with expirations aligned with the licensee's birthday. The bill limits continuing education requirements to no more than 15 hours per year. Additionally, it requires the board to issue a final decision on license applications within 45 days of receipt, or 75 days if specific concerns delay the review.

Iowa SSB3081 modifies licensing rules for medical and osteopathic medicine practitioners.

Iowa SSB3081 amends the licensing rules for medical and osteopathic medicine practitioners. The bill allows applicants to designate a representative to submit materials on their behalf. It mandates the board to set license terms at a minimum of three years, with expirations aligned with the licensee's birthday. The bill limits continuing education requirements to no more than 15 hours per year. Additionally, it requires the board to issue a final decision on license applications within 45 days of receipt, or 75 days if specific concerns delay the review.