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Forward2019 Legislative Session: Impact on Illinois Physicians
Pricing
Non-ISMS members: $75.00
ISMS members: Free
Course description
This year's session of the Illinois General Assembly was chock full of bills affecting medical practice and the health of the citizens of the state. This webinar, featuring Erin O'Brien, Illinois State Medical Society Vice President of State Legislative Affairs, and David Porter, Vice President of Health Policy Research and Advocacy, brings you up to date on hot legislative topics.
Erin and David will discuss legislation related to:
- Tobacco 21 legislation
- New educational requirements for physicians
- Use of medical cannabis in lieu of opioids
- Scope of practice legislation
- Maternal and Postpartum care
- Mandates
- And more!
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this program, learners should be able to:
- Describe legislative changes affecting medical practice in Illinois
- Discuss outstanding legislation requiring action by Illinois physicians
Target Audience
ISMS Members and their staff
Additional information
The recommendations contained in this resource are not intended to define conduct that is appropriate in every case, should not be considered as establishing any standard of care, and do not constitute legal advice. Physicians, clinicians and health care providers should take care to ensure that all care rendered reflects the best clinical judgment and complies with the laws and regulations of the state or location at which the care was provided.
David Porter
ISMS VP Health Policy Research and Advocacy
Erin O’Brien
ISMS VP State Legislative Affairs
Available Credit
- 0.50 Participation Credit
Price
ISMS member cost: Free
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