Nevada AB483 requires health care licensing boards to prioritize applications from those willing to serve in underserved communities.

Nevada AB483 amends existing law to require health care licensing boards to establish a process for prioritizing the review of applications from applicants who will provide health care primarily in historically underserved communities. The bill defines "historically underserved community" and mandates that boards adopt regulations authorizing applicants to demonstrate their intent to serve in these areas. The provisions apply to various health professions, including emergency medical technicians, advanced emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and others.

Nevada AB483 requires health care licensing boards to prioritize applications from those willing to serve in underserved communities.

Nevada AB483 amends existing law to require health care licensing boards to establish a process for prioritizing the review of applications from applicants who will provide health care primarily in historically underserved communities. The bill defines "historically underserved community" and mandates that boards adopt regulations authorizing applicants to demonstrate their intent to serve in these areas. The provisions apply to various health professions, including emergency medical technicians, advanced emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and others.