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Committee backs HB 470 to preserve office‑based anesthesia by dental surgeons after proposed stricter rules
Summary
Representative Jim Kofalt told the House Science, Technology and Energy Committee that House Bill 470 is intended to protect access to care by preserving the current scope of practice that allows qualified dental professionals — particularly oral and maxillofacial surgeons — to administer moderate and deep sedation in office settings under nationally recognized standards.
Representative Jim Kofalt told the House Science, Technology and Energy Committee that House Bill 470 is intended to protect access to care by preserving the current scope of practice that allows qualified dental professionals — particularly oral and maxillofacial surgeons — to administer moderate and deep sedation in office settings under nationally recognized standards.
"This bill is intended to address some serious concerns about access to care, patient safety, and health care costs," Kofalt said in his opening remarks.
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