A recently introduced Ohio House bill aims to improve the care of stroke patients in the state, in part by publicly designating hospitals that have demonstrated excellence in caring for stroke victims. The proposed law would create the designation of “primary stroke centers” to help the public know which hospitals have been certified as providing […]
A bill proposed in the Ohio House of Representatives would require insurance companies to formally notify health providers, pharmacists and consumers prior to changing what prescription drugs an health plan covers. Rep. Barbara Boyd, D-Cleveland and chair of the House Health Committee, introduced the proposal, House Bill 453. The bill applies to what are known […]
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
House Bill 206 would allow advanced practice nurses to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances: highly addictive drugs like oxycodone and morphine. It is among a handful of measures under consideration in the final months of the legislative session that could change nurses' duties in Ohio. Other items likely to be considered by state lawmakers include legislation to require certain nurses to oversee all surgical procedures in their entirety.