Pennsylvania SB1043 mandates at least one hour of continuing medical education on nutrition for each biannual licensure renewal for medical.

Pennsylvania SB1043 amends the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act to require each licensure board to enforce regulations for continuing medical education. Specifically, it mandates at least one hour of education on nutrition for each biannual licensure renewal for individuals licensed to practice medicine and surgery. These regulations must be consistent with the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act or the Medical Practice Act of 1985, as appropriate. The act also includes provisions for any necessary fees to carry out these responsibilities.

Pennsylvania SB1043 mandates at least one hour of continuing medical education on nutrition for each biannual licensure renewal for medical.

Pennsylvania SB1043 amends the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act to require each licensure board to enforce regulations for continuing medical education. Specifically, it mandates at least one hour of education on nutrition for each biannual licensure renewal for individuals licensed to practice medicine and surgery. These regulations must be consistent with the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act or the Medical Practice Act of 1985, as appropriate. The act also includes provisions for any necessary fees to carry out these responsibilities.