This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning health professionals. Key changes include the insertion of new language that clarifies and expands the definitions of unprofessional conduct, such as "committing gross malpractice" and "harassing or exploiting patients." Additionally, the bill introduces new prohibitions against dividing professional fees for patient referrals unless they occur within a bona fide employment or partnership context. It also specifies that practicing under a misrepresented name or title is prohibited, thereby enhancing the standards of practice for health professionals.

The bill also modifies existing language by replacing terms like "Employment of" with "Employing" and "Conviction" with "Being convicted," which modernizes the phrasing without altering the meaning. Furthermore, it removes outdated provisions regarding solicitation and the definition of "director," ensuring that the statutes reflect current practices and terminologies in the health profession. Overall, these updates aim to strengthen regulatory oversight and protect public health and safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-924, 32-1501, 32-2801, 32-1901, 36-3601, 41-1831, 36-781, 36-661, 36-2801