Bill Summary for S 1038 (2025-2026)
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AN ACT TO REQUIRE DENTISTS TO REPORT ADVERSE EVENTS TO THE NORTH CAROLINA BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS AND TO DIRECT THE COLLABORATORY TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF ANESTHESIA PROVIDER REQUIREMENTS AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THAT PURPOSE.Intro. by Lee.
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Enacts GS 90-30.3, which sets forth reporting requirements of adverse events (anaphylaxis, aspiration, cardiac arrest, or unplanned advanced airway placement) by dentists that hold a permit to administer general anesthesia or sedation to the State Dental Board (Board), including process and timeline. Requires the Board to investigate and take disciplinary action if the evidence show that a licensee has violated the Article. Effective October 1, 2026.
Directs the NC Policy Collaboratory (Collaboratory) at UNC-Chapel Hill to evaluate whether a second health care provider who is qualified to provide anesthesia services is needed when utilizing drugs that can lead to deep sedation, such as propofol. Instructs the Collaboratory to submit a report to the specified NCGA committee by April 1, 2027, including any legislative recommendations.
Appropriates $100,000 from the General Fund for 2026-27 to the UNC Board of Governors to allocate to the Collaboratory to conduct the study. Effective July 1, 2026.
