This bill amends the Kansas healthcare provider insurance availability act by expanding the definition of "healthcare provider" to include advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). Specifically, it adds licensed APRNs who are authorized to practice in classifications such as nurse-midwife and nurse anesthetist, as well as those granted temporary authorization to practice in these roles. The bill also stipulates that starting January 1, 2027, any licensed APRN will be recognized as a healthcare provider under this act.

Additionally, the bill makes a notable deletion by removing the term "not-for-profit" from the definition of a nonprofit corporation organized to render professional services. This change aims to streamline the language and potentially broaden the scope of entities recognized as healthcare providers. The bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 40-3401, thereby updating the legal framework governing healthcare provider insurance in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 40-3401, 39-923, 75-6102