New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3419

Introduced
2/1/24  

Caption

Requires retail health clinics to develop policies and procedures identifying services provided by the clinics.

Impact

The legislation aims to unify and standardize the operational practices of retail health clinics which currently operate as private practices and are not subject to the same regulatory oversight as ambulatory care clinics. By mandating the development of clear policies, the bill seeks to provide patients with accessible and safe healthcare while promoting continuity of care through structured referral systems. This aligns with broader healthcare quality initiatives intended to enhance patient care across the state.

Summary

Assembly Bill A3419 requires retail health clinics in New Jersey to develop and submit policies and procedures that outline the services provided by the clinics. The State Board of Medical Examiners (BME) will review these policies and establish timelines for compliance. Clinics must be accredited by a recognized accrediting body and create protocols for reporting accreditation loss, ensuring adherence to clinical practice guidelines, and managing patient referrals among other essential services.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding A3419 may arise from health care provider groups regarding the accreditation requirements, as some may view the burden of accreditation as restrictive. Additionally, the rules governing patient treatment restrictions and the requirement to refer patients outside the clinic might face resistance. Critics may argue this could limit access to immediate care for patients with specific medical conditions, particularly in underserved areas where traditional healthcare access is already a challenge.

Companion Bills

NJ A2225

Carry Over Requires retail health clinics to develop policies and procedures identifying services provided by the clinics.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2225

Requires retail health clinics to develop policies and procedures identifying services provided by the clinics.

NJ A1741

Establishes registration and operational requirements for retail health clinics and urgent care facilities.

NJ S1111

Establishes registration and operational requirements for retail health clinics and urgent care facilities.

NJ SB1042

Health facilities and clinics: clinical placements: nursing.

NJ AB1577

Health facilities and clinics: clinical placements: nursing.

NJ AB769

Federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics: licensed professional clinical counselor.

NJ SB00435

An Act Requiring A Study Of Health Carriers' Use Of Clinical Pathways.

NJ AB2296

Licensed professional clinical counselors: licensed clinical social workers.

NJ AB2029

Federally Qualified Health Clinics: rural health clinics.

NJ AB770

Medi-Cal: federally qualified health clinics: rural health clinics.

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