Kentucky HB709 updates regulations for respiratory care, including licensing, telehealth, and emergency procedures.

Kentucky HB709 amends the state's respiratory care regulations. It updates the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care's composition and duties, including the enforcement of respiratory care provisions and evaluation of applicants. The bill allows respiratory therapists to use telehealth for patient care, provided they obtain informed consent and ensure confidentiality. It also outlines emergency procedures for administering epinephrine and bronchodilator rescue inhalers. Penalties are established for violations of the chapter.

Kentucky HB709 updates regulations for respiratory care, including licensing, telehealth, and emergency procedures.

Kentucky HB709 amends the state's respiratory care regulations. It updates the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care's composition and duties, including the enforcement of respiratory care provisions and evaluation of applicants. The bill allows respiratory therapists to use telehealth for patient care, provided they obtain informed consent and ensure confidentiality. It also outlines emergency procedures for administering epinephrine and bronchodilator rescue inhalers. Penalties are established for violations of the chapter.