The bill aims to enhance the screening and treatment of blood clots and pulmonary embolisms in Florida by amending existing laws and creating new provisions. It revises legislative findings under the Chronic Diseases Act to include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic critical illness, and genetic predisposition for developing blood clots and pulmonary embolisms. A new section, 385.213, establishes a statewide registry for blood clots and pulmonary embolisms, requiring licensed facilities to report specific patient information while ensuring the confidentiality of personal identifying information. The bill also mandates that licensed facilities providing emergency, orthopedic, pregnancy, or cancer services assess patients for risks of these conditions upon admission and implement staff training and protocols for ongoing risk assessment.

Additionally, the bill revises training requirements for certified nursing assistants and establishes minimum care standards in assisted living facilities, including the identification of residents at risk for blood clots. It specifies that nursing assistants must receive training on recognizing signs of blood clots and how to respond appropriately. The bill also includes provisions for the core competency test for administrators of assisted living facilities to cover the identification and response to residents at high risk for developing blood clots and pulmonary embolisms. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 890 Filed: 385.102, 429.41