This bill establishes a statewide Parkinson's disease registry in Florida, requiring physicians, osteopathic physicians, and advanced practice registered nurses to report specific information related to Parkinson's disease diagnoses and treatments starting January 1, 2027. The bill creates new sections in Florida Statutes (ss. 458.352, 459.075, and 464.0124) that outline the reporting requirements and provide limited liability protections for healthcare providers who submit this information. Additionally, the bill amends existing legislation to revise the membership of the Parkinson's Disease Research Board and mandates that annual reports include detailed data on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson's disease, as well as demographic information.

Furthermore, the Florida Institute for Parkinson's Disease at the University of South Florida is tasked with establishing and maintaining the registry, ensuring compliance with performance measures, and creating a public website dedicated to the registry by January 1, 2028. The website will provide access to annual reports and other relevant information, which must be updated annually. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1684 Filed: 1004.4352