Connecticut House Bill HB05633

Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/20/11
• Refer: 1/20/11

Caption

An Act Requiring A Medical Institution To Notify The Department Of Public Health Upon A Final Adjudication That An Employee Of The Institution Has Breached A Standard Of Care.

Impact

If enacted, HB 5633 would amend Chapter 368v of the Connecticut general statutes to formalize a requirement for medical institutions. The primary impact of this bill would be to create greater transparency and oversight in the healthcare system. By mandating the reporting of adjudications related to care standards, the bill seeks to bolster public trust in healthcare services and institutions by ensuring that there is a systematic approach to addressing breaches in care that affect patient safety.

Summary

House Bill 5633 requires medical institutions to notify the Department of Public Health when an employee is finally adjudicated to have breached a standard of care. The bill aims to enhance the accountability of medical personnel by ensuring that significant legal findings related to professional standards are reported to the relevant state department within thirty days. This notification process is intended to help maintain public health safety standards and ensure that breaches of care are addressed promptly by the authorities.

Contention

Debate may arise regarding the ramifications of this bill on medical professionals' practices and the implications of reporting such breaches. Proponents argue that this will lead to more responsible care delivery and enforcement of standards, while opponents might raise concerns about the potential stigmatization of medical personnel. Furthermore, there could be discussions about how the Department of Public Health will use this information and what actions will be taken in response to reported breaches, raising issues of due process for medical staff involved.