The bill amends the Public Health Code by adding a new section, 16282a, which mandates that licensed healthcare providers refer certain patients to designated diagnostic centers for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Specifically, the bill requires that if a patient is a minor being treated for a condition related to prenatal alcohol exposure, or if a pregnant woman is suspected of consuming alcohol, the healthcare provider must refer them to a center of excellence identified by the Department of Health and Human Services.

This legislative change aims to enhance the identification and management of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders by ensuring that at-risk patients receive appropriate diagnostic services. By establishing clear referral criteria, the bill seeks to improve health outcomes for minors and pregnant women affected by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.1101, 333.25211