The bill amends the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act to enhance the regulatory framework for osteopathic physicians, introducing new definitions and licensing categories, including an "osteopathic faculty license" and special volunteer medical licenses for retired physicians. It prohibits osteopathic physicians from claiming board certification unless they meet specific requirements and expands the powers of the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners, allowing it to access nonfinancial business records through subpoenas and maintain an electronic public record of licensed physicians. The bill also streamlines the licensing process by removing certain examination requirements and establishing procedures for criminal history checks.

Additionally, the bill strengthens the Board's authority regarding disciplinary actions, enabling it to impose penalties for violations of ethical standards and to deny licensure based on malpractice history. It introduces new requirements for license renewal, including the necessity for malpractice liability insurance for active practitioners, and mandates that licensees report any unprofessional conduct by peers. The legislation aims to improve public safety and professional accountability in the practice of osteopathic medicine in Oklahoma, with provisions for immediate implementation upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631
Committee Substitute: 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631
Floor (House): 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631
Floor (Senate): 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631
Engrossed: 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631
Enrolled (final version): 59-624, 59-633, 59-637, 59-631