The bill amends sections 16105 and 16106 of the Public Health Code, specifically addressing definitions related to health occupations and professions. It clarifies that a "health occupation" encompasses any health-related work performed by an individual, regardless of licensure, while a "health profession" refers to work done under a license or registration. The bill introduces the term "health profession specialty field license," which is granted to individuals who meet specific qualifications set by the Michigan board of dentistry. Additionally, it specifies that individuals holding a dental specialty certification as of December 23, 2002, are considered to hold this specialty field license and can renew it based on their certification's expiration.

Furthermore, the bill revises the definition of "incompetence" to include a failure to meet minimal standards of practice, regardless of whether actual harm occurs. It also introduces a new definition for "invasive bodily examination," which includes specific types of examinations. The language regarding licenses is updated to clarify that a "license" does not include a health profession specialty field license, and it modifies the definitions of "licensee," "limitation," and "limited license" to enhance clarity. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 475.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.16105, 333.16106