SB 1540

Abstract

Amends the Medical Practice Act of 1987 to reenact certain provisions of Public Act 94-677, which was declared to be unconstitutional. Includes explanatory, validation, and severability provisions. Makes certain changes relating to the reenactment. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act. Extends the repeal date of the Medical Practice Act of 1987 from November 30, 2011 until December 31, 2021. Further amends the Medical Practice Act of 1987. Makes changes in provisions concerning definitions; civil penalties for unlicensed practice; exemptions; the Medical Disciplinary Board; the Complaint Committee; the Medical Licensing Board; matters concerning advanced practice nurses; applications for licenses; criminal background checks; education standards; temporary licenses; visiting professor, physician, or resident permits; licensure without examination; continuing education; license renewal and fees; disciplinary action; reports related to professional conduct and capacity; license suspension; advertising; purchasing and dispensing legend drugs; hearing officers; hearings and notice; disclosure of information; reports of the Disciplinary Board's findings and recommendations; certification of record; prima facie proof; restoration of licenses; authority of the Director and the Department; criminal penalties; and public nuisances. Repeals a Section of the Medical Practice Act of 1987 concerning the practice of medicine by persons licensed in any other state who have applied to the Department for a license to practice medicine in all of its branches. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.