The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 145A.02, subdivision 15, to redefine the term "medical consultant" for community health boards. The new definition specifies that a medical consultant must be an individual who is licensed in Minnesota by the Board of Medical Practice as a physician, doctor of osteopathic medicine, or physician assistant, or by the Board of Nursing as an advanced practice registered nurse certified as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner by an acceptable national certification organization.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the role of the medical consultant, stating that they are responsible for providing advice and information, authorizing medical procedures through protocols, and assisting community health boards in coordinating activities with local medical practitioners and healthcare institutions. The previous language that simply described the consultant as "licensed to practice medicine in Minnesota" has been removed to incorporate these more specific qualifications and responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 145A.02