The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the requirements for medical record-keeping by licensees and health facilities in Michigan. It mandates that a licensee must maintain a complete record for each patient, including details of any medical services provided, particularly emphasizing that if vaginal or anal penetration occurs during a medical service after October 10, 2023, it must be explicitly noted in the patient's record. The retention period for such records is set at a minimum of 15 years for those involving vaginal or anal penetration, while other records must be kept for at least 7 years. The bill also outlines the procedures for record destruction, requiring written notice to patients and their authorization before any records under 7 years old can be destroyed.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if a licensee or health facility ceases operations, they must not abandon medical records and must inform the department about who will maintain custody of these records. It also includes provisions for using off-site environments for record maintenance, ensuring that these are located in Canada. The bill clarifies that it does not alter ownership rights to medical records and establishes penalties for non-compliance, including administrative fines for gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16213, 333.20175