Bill Summary for H 20 (2015-2016)

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Jan 28 2015

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View NCGA Bill Details2015-2016 Session
House Bill 20 (Public) Filed Wednesday, January 28, 2015
AN ACT TO ENCOURAGE PARENT EDUCATION DURING WELL‑CHILD VISITS AT SPECIFIC AGE INTERVALS REGARDING TYPE I DIABETES; AMEND THE LAW PERTAINING TO PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS; AMEND THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A MUNICIPALITY OR HOSPITAL AUTHORITY TO APPROVE THE SALE OR LEASE OF A PUBLIC HOSPITAL; PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS UNDER THE CERTIFICATE OF NEED LAW; AND REPEAL NORTH CAROLINA'S CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC ADVANTAGE LAWS.
Intro. by C. Graham.

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Enacts new GS 130A-221.5 to provide that every physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner that provides well-child care must ensure that diabetes screening is performed for each child under their care at least once at the following age intervals, (1) birth, (2) 12 months of age, and (3) 24 months of age. 

Effective October 1, 2015.