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Bill would allow virtual (general) supervision for IV contrast to expand imaging access
Summary
House Bill 1546 would allow certain radiologic technologists to administer IV contrast under general (virtual) supervision, provided a supervising physician is available within 30 miles to respond to on‑site patient needs.
The House Health Care & Wellness Committee on Feb. 5 heard House Bill 1546, which would authorize diagnostic radiologic technologists, therapeutic radiologic technologists and MRI technologists to perform intravenous contrast procedures under general supervision rather than the current direct‑supervision standard.
Committee staff explained that the bill changes the supervision standard from "direct" — a physician on the…
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