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House passes radiology-practice changes after debate over who is responsible for imaging results
Summary
Lawmakers debated whether physicians should share responsibility for imaging ordered by physical therapists before the Utah House passed second substitute House Bill 382, a measure clarifying radiology practitioner practices and coordination requirements. The bill passed 40–27 and was sent to the Senate.
Lawmakers on the Utah House floor on March 1 argued over whether a physician who did not order an imaging test should bear responsibility for that test's results before approving the chamber's passage of second substitute House Bill 382.
Proponents told colleagues the bill removes an unnecessary hurdle for patients by allowing qualified physical therapists to order imaging when they have an…
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