The bill amends the Public Health Code by revising section 16221 and adding a new section 16260. The amendments to section 16221 clarify the responsibilities of the department in investigating allegations against health professionals, including the authority to hold hearings and administer oaths. It outlines various grounds for disciplinary action, including negligence, personal disqualifications, prohibited acts, unethical business practices, and unprofessional conduct. The bill also specifies that a violation of the new section 16260, which regulates advertising and name tags for health professionals, is an additional offense that can lead to disciplinary action.

Section 16260 mandates that licensees or registrants must ensure that any advertisement or name tag prominently states their health profession and prohibits the use of false or misleading information. It also restricts individuals from representing themselves as having a medical specialty unless they are licensed physicians qualified in that specialty. The section defines key terms such as "advertisement," "false or misleading information," and "name tag," providing clarity on what constitutes a violation. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the advertising practices of health professionals in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16221