This bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to health care administration, specifically focusing on memory care services and the regulation of facilities providing such services. It deletes the State Consumer Health Information and Policy Advisory Council from section 408.05, which streamlines the agency's consultation process regarding health data collection. Additionally, it introduces a new definition for "memory care services" in section 429.177, outlining specific standards that facilities must adhere to when advertising and providing these services. Facilities claiming to offer memory care must implement policies for admittance, care, and activities tailored to residents with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other memory disorders.

Furthermore, the bill establishes requirements for resident contracts in memory care facilities, mandating that they specify the services provided and any additional costs. It also includes provisions for notifying physicians about changes in residents' conditions and ensuring adequate staffing in memory care units. The bill repeals section 429.178, which previously addressed special care for individuals with Alzheimer's and related disorders, and removes rulemaking authority from section 627.4236 regarding bone marrow transplant procedures. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026, with the overall act taking effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1588 Filed: 429.177, 627.4236