This bill amends R.S. 40:2199.12(3) to enhance workplace violence prevention measures in healthcare settings. It defines "regulated entity" to include various healthcare providers, such as licensed healthcare facilities, federally qualified health centers, and pharmacies, as well as offices of healthcare providers that treat patients. The bill specifies that an office is considered a regulated entity only if it employs more than five licensed medical providers, including physicians, pharmacists, advanced practice registered nurses, physician assistants, or dentists.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a healthcare entity employing five or fewer licensed medical providers will not be classified as a regulated entity. This change aims to ensure that smaller healthcare practices are not burdened by the same regulations as larger facilities while still promoting workplace safety and violence mitigation initiatives in the healthcare sector.