HB 4696

Abstract

Amends the Medical Practice Act of 1987. Changes the name of the Illinois State Medical Disciplinary Board to the Illinois State Medical Board, and changes the membership of the Board. Changes references to the Illinois State Medical Disciplinary Board and the Medical Licensing Board to the Illinois State Medical Board. Provides that the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation may take action contrary to the recommendation of the Illinois State Medical Board or order a rehearing of a formal disciplinary action if he or she is satisfied that substantial justice has not been done. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may close a complaint, after investigation and approval of the Chief Medical Coordinator, if certain standards are not met. Makes changes to provisions concerning definitions; the Complaint Committee; findings and recommendations; and administrative review. Repeals provisions concerning the Medical Licensing Board and withdrawal of applications. Replaces references to the Medical Disciplinary Board and the Medical Licensing Board. Makes other changes.