The bill amends various sections of Kansas law to enhance the definitions and operational guidelines for healthcare providers and emergency medical services. It expands the definition of "healthcare provider" to include accredited maternity centers and clarifies that certain entities providing physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services are not classified as home health agencies. The legislation also redefines the roles of emergency medical service providers, allowing them to perform authorized interventions under the direction of healthcare professionals and streamlining the operational requirements for ambulance services, including provisions for nonemergency operations.

Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for the registration of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) with the emergency medical services board and provides liability protections for individuals and entities involved in AED use and training. It simplifies existing legal language by removing redundant phrases and clarifying terms related to emergency medical services. The amendments aim to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare and emergency services in Kansas while ensuring proper training and supervision for providers.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-5101
As Amended by Senate Committee: 65-5101
Enrolled: 65-6112, 65-6119, 65-6120, 65-6129a, 65-6135, 65-6144, 40-3401, 39-923, 75-6102, 65-5101, 65-6121, 65-6149a