The bill, designated as Claudia's Law, mandates that patients receive specific notifications regarding any abnormalities found in their chest x-ray reports. If a chest x-ray shows an abnormality, the report must include a standardized message informing the patient that the abnormality may be linked to various health risks. The notification encourages patients to discuss their results with their healthcare provider and consider additional screening tests based on their personal medical history.
Additionally, the bill empowers the Commissioner of Health to adopt necessary rules and regulations to implement these requirements effectively. The act is set to take effect four months after its enactment, although the Commissioner may take preliminary administrative actions to facilitate its implementation.