COURT-ORDERED PHYSICAL EXAMS: 

ALLOW NURSE PRACTITIONER TO PERFORM

House Bill 5245

Sponsor:  Rep. David Robertson

Committee:  Health Policy

Complete to 10-10-05

A SUMMARY OF HOUSE BILL 5245 AS INTRODUCED 9-29-05

The bill would amend the Revised Judicature Act to allow a certified nurse practitioner to perform a physical examination for any individual ordered to submit to such an examination by a court, board or commission, or other public body or officer.  Currently, the physical examinations may only be conducted by a licensed physician.

The bill would also make numerous editorial changes to update the language of the provision and would clarify that the mileage reimbursement for attending the examination is one way, estimated from the individual's residence.

MCL 600.1445

FISCAL IMPACT:

The bill would not have a fiscal impact on state or local units of government.

                                                                                           Legislative Analyst:   Susan Stutzky

                                                                                                  Fiscal Analyst:   Marilyn Peterson

■ This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.