SB31

Updating certain provisions of the Kansas dental practices act relating to dentist information requested by patients, in-person practice requirements in dental office using licensee's name, unprofessional conduct and patient complaints.

Introduced·1/16/25
Introduced Text

Kansas SB31 updates the Kansas Dental Practices Act to require dentists to provide patient information upon request, prohibit agreements limiting.

Kansas SB31 amends the Kansas Dental Practices Act to mandate that dentists provide patients with basic information about the treating dentist and the dental practice ownership upon request. The bill also prohibits dentists or dental service contractors from requiring patients to sign agreements that limit their ability to file complaints with the Kansas dental board. Additionally, it removes the requirement for dentists to be personally present in the office at least 20% of the time patients are being treated if they use their name in the dental office.

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Current
Public Health and Welfare Committee
Next
Committee decision

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Calendar

Jan 30, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Public Health and Welfare Hearing

History

Jan 30, 2025

Senate

Senate Hearing: Thursday, January 30, 2025, 8:30 AM Room 142-S

Jan 17, 2025

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare

Jan 16, 2025

Senate

Senate Introduced