Idaho Bills

Amends existing law to revise definitions and provisions regarding certain procedures performed by dental hygienists and to revise terminology.

Broadeningthedefinitionofanextendedaccessoralhealthcareprogrambyuseoftheterm"practicesetting" provides for the diversity of current practice models and would allow for additional locations at which oral health care may be delivered. Eliminating the requirement that a supervising dentist be affiliated with an extended access oral health care program will eliminate an access barrier. The addition of a requirement for dental hygiene written orders will ensure accountability between the dental hygienist and the supervising dentist.

Amends existing law to revise a definition.

Amends existing law to revise a definition.

Broadening the definition of conviction by including a finding of guilt under the Uniform Code of Military Justice will clarify the board's authority in applicable matters.

Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding compensation for members of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry.

Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding licensure by credentials.

This legislation changes the hours required for the practice of dentistry from 1,000 per year for five years to 3,500 over five years. 1,000 hours per year for 5 years does not take into consideration the changing circumstances of age, pregnancy, extended travel, or other life changes which may occur. 3,500 hours over 5 years allows more flexibility for lifestyle changes in the same timeframe.