Senate Bill 2048, also known as House Bill 2155, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to expand the scope of expert testimony in civil actions related to medical findings. The bill designates existing language in Section 24-7-115 as subsection (a) and introduces new subsections (b) and (c). Subsection (b) allows licensed nurse practitioners and licensed physician assistants, who meet the qualifications under the Tennessee Rules of Evidence, to testify about various medical aspects, including diagnoses, medical care provided, treatment charges, and the medical cause of injuries or conditions. However, this provision excludes health care liability actions and workers' compensation claims.

Subsection (c) clarifies that the new law does not allow advance practice registered nurses or physician assistants to be included on workers' compensation panels or to provide testimony regarding an injured worker's medical impairment or disability ratings, or the work-relatedness of injuries. The bill is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 24-7-115