RÉSUMÉ DIGEST
ACT 356 (HB 827) 2022 Regular Session Gadberry
New law requires primary care providers who perform early and periodic screening,
diagnostic, and treatment preventive visits in accordance with American Academy of
Pediatrics guidelines to promote age-appropriate screenings including, unless otherwise
medically indicated, a standardized screening for autism spectrum disorder at any routine
well child visit.
New law stipulates that no primary care provider shall be liable for any civil damages or be
subject to any disciplinary action by his licensing board as a result of any act or omission in
connection with delivering or not delivering any service provided for in new law.
Effective August 1, 2022.
(Adds R.S. 40:1091)