Summary of Original Version

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 216 to prohibit a health care provider from performing a pelvic, rectal, or prostate examination without the informed consent of the patient or the person authorized to make health care decisions for the patient; provide for certain exceptions including a court order; require violators to be subject to discipline by the appropriate professional licensing board or accrediting agency.

Summary of Amendment: House Committee Substitute 1

Summary Retain original provisions, except amend the definition of "informed consent" to include a discussion between the patient and health care provider detailing the procedures; define "health care provider" and "intimate exam consent form"; specify circumstances in which informed consent is required.