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WA Rev Code § 18.71.220 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.220 - Rendering emergency care—Immunity of physician or hospital from civil liability.

RCW 18.71.220 Rendering emergency care—Immunity of physician or hospital from civil liability.No physician or hospital licensed in this state shall be subject to civil liability, based solely upon failure to obtain consent in rendering emergency medical, surgical, hospital, or health services to any individual regardless of age where its patient is unable to give his or her consent for any reason and there is no other person reasonably available who is legally authorized to consent to the providing of such care: PROVIDED, That such physician or hospital has acted in good faith and without knowledge of facts negating consent.[ 2011 c 336 § 497; 1971 ex.s. c 305 § 4.]NOTES:Immunity from liability for certain types of medical care: RCW 4.24.300.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.230 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.230 - Disciplinary action against persons exempt from licensure.

RCW 18.71.230 Disciplinary action against persons exempt from licensure.A right to practice medicine and surgery by an individual in this state pursuant to *RCW 18.71.030 (5) through (12) shall be subject to discipline by order of the commission upon a finding by the commission of an act of unprofessional conduct as defined in RCW 18.130.180 or that the individual is unable to practice with reasonable skill or safety due to a mental or physical condition as described in RCW 18.130.170. Such physician shall have the same rights of notice, hearing, and judicial review as provided licensed physicians generally under this chapter and chapter 18.130 RCW.[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 317; 1986 c 259 § 112; 1979 c 158 § 57; 1973 1st ex.s. c 110 § 2.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: RCW 18.71.030 was amended by 2021 c 247 § 1, changing subsection (12) to subsection (13).Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Severability—1986 c 259: See note following RCW 18.130.010.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.240 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.240 - Abortion—Right to medical treatment of infant born alive.

RCW 18.71.240 Abortion—Right to medical treatment of infant born alive.The right of medical treatment of an infant born alive in the course of an abortion procedure shall be the same as the right of an infant born prematurely of equal gestational age.[ 1981 c 328 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.250 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.250 - Down syndrome—Parent information.

RCW 18.71.250 Down syndrome—Parent information.A physician licensed under this chapter who provides a parent with a positive prenatal or postnatal diagnosis of Down syndrome shall provide the parent with the information prepared by the department under RCW 43.70.738 at the time the physician provides the parent with the Down syndrome diagnosis.[ 2016 c 70 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.300 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.300 - Impaired physician program—Definitions.

RCW 18.71.300 Impaired physician program—Definitions.The definitions in this section apply throughout RCW 18.71.310 through 18.71.340 unless the context clearly requires otherwise.(1) "Entity" means a nonprofit corporation formed by physicians who have expertise in the areas of alcohol abuse, drug abuse, alcoholism, other drug addictions, and mental illness and who broadly represent the physicians of the state and that has been designated to perform any or all of the activities set forth in RCW 18.71.310(1) by the commission.(2) "Impaired" or "impairment" means the inability to practice medicine with reasonable skill and safety to patients by reason of physical or mental illness including alcohol abuse, drug abuse, alcoholism, other drug addictions, or other debilitating conditions.(3) "Impaired physician program" means the program for the prevention, detection, intervention, monitoring, and treatment of impaired physicians established by the commission pursuant to RCW 18.71.310(1).(4) "Physician" or "practitioner" means a person licensed under this chapter, chapter 18.71A RCW, or a professional licensed under another chapter of Title 18 RCW whose disciplining authority has a contract with the entity for an impaired practitioner program for its license holders.(5) "Treatment program" means a plan of care and rehabilitation services provided by those organizations or persons authorized to provide such services to be approved by the commission or entity for impaired physicians taking part in the impaired physician program created by RCW 18.71.310.[ 1998 c 132 § 3; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 329; 1989 c 119 § 1; 1987 c 416 § 1. Formerly RCW 18.72.301.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Effective date—1987 c 416: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety, the support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and shall take effect July 1, 1987." [ 1987 c 416 § 10.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.310 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.310 - Impaired physician program—License surcharge—Payment of funds.

RCW 18.71.310 Impaired physician program—License surcharge—Payment of funds.(1) The commission shall enter into a contract with the entity to implement an impaired physician program. The commission may enter into a contract with the entity for up to six years in length. The impaired physician program may include any or all of the following:(a) Entering into relationships supportive of the impaired physician program with professionals who provide either evaluation or treatment services, or both;(b) Receiving and assessing reports of suspected impairment from any source;(c) Intervening in cases of verified impairment, or in cases where there is reasonable cause to suspect impairment;(d) Upon reasonable cause, referring suspected or verified impaired physicians for evaluation or treatment;(e) Monitoring the treatment and rehabilitation of impaired physicians including those ordered by the commission;(f) Providing monitoring and continuing treatment and rehabilitative support of physicians;(g) Performing such other activities as agreed upon by the commission and the entity; and(h) Providing prevention and education services.(2) A contract entered into under subsection (1) of this section shall be financed by a surcharge of fifty dollars per year on each license renewal or issuance of a new license to be collected by the department of health from every physician and surgeon licensed under this chapter in addition to other license fees. These moneys shall be placed in the impaired physician account to be used solely for the implementation of the impaired physician program.(3) All funds in the impaired physician account shall be paid to the contract entity within sixty days of deposit.[ 2009 c 98 § 1; 2001 c 109 § 1; 1998 c 132 § 4; 1997 c 79 § 2; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 330; 1991 c 3 § 169; 1989 c 119 § 2; 1987 c 416 § 2. Formerly RCW 18.72.306.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.Effective date—1997 c 79: See note following RCW 18.71.401.Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Effective date—1987 c 416: See note following RCW 18.71.300.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.315 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.315 - Impaired physician account—Created.

RCW 18.71.315 Impaired physician account—Created.The impaired physician account is created in the custody of the state treasurer. All receipts from RCW 18.71.310 from license surcharges on physicians and physician assistants shall be deposited into the account. Expenditures from the account may only be used for the impaired physician program under this chapter. Only the secretary of health or the secretary's designee may authorize expenditures from the account. No appropriation is required for expenditures from this account.[ 1998 c 132 § 12.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.320 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.320 - Impaired physician program—Procedures.

RCW 18.71.320 Impaired physician program—Procedures.The entity shall develop procedures in consultation with the commission for:(1) Periodic reporting of statistical information regarding impaired physician activity;(2) Periodic disclosure and joint review of such information as the commission may deem appropriate regarding reports received, contacts or investigations made, and the disposition of each report. However, the entity shall not disclose any personally identifiable information except as provided in subsections (3) and (4) of this section;(3) Immediate reporting to the commission of the name and results of any contact or investigation regarding any suspected or verified impaired physician who is reasonably believed probably to constitute an imminent danger to himself or herself or to the public;(4) Reporting to the commission, in a timely fashion, any suspected or verified impaired physician who fails to cooperate with the entity, fails to submit to evaluation or treatment, or whose impairment is not substantially alleviated through treatment, or who, in the opinion of the entity, is probably unable to practice medicine with reasonable skill and safety;(5) Informing each participant of the impaired physician program of the program procedures, the responsibilities of program participants, and the possible consequences of noncompliance with the program.[ 1998 c 132 § 5; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 331; 1987 c 416 § 3. Formerly RCW 18.72.311.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Effective date—1987 c 416: See note following RCW 18.71.300.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.330 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.330 - Impaired physician program—Evaluation of physician.

RCW 18.71.330 Impaired physician program—Evaluation of physician.If the commission has reasonable cause to believe that a physician is impaired, the commission shall cause an evaluation of such physician to be conducted by the entity or the entity's designee or the commission's designee for the purpose of determining if there is an impairment. The entity or appropriate designee shall report the findings of its evaluation to the commission.[ 1998 c 132 § 6; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 332; 1987 c 416 § 4. Formerly RCW 18.72.316.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Effective date—1987 c 416: See note following RCW 18.71.300.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.340 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.340 - Impaired physician program—Entity records protected.

RCW 18.71.340 Impaired physician program—Entity records protected.All entity records are not subject to disclosure pursuant to chapter 42.56 RCW.[ 2005 c 274 § 228; 1998 c 132 § 7; 1987 c 416 § 6. Formerly RCW 18.72.321.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Severability—1998 c 132: See notes following RCW 18.71.0195.Effective date—1987 c 416: See note following RCW 18.71.300.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.350 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.350 - Report of malpractice payments by insurers.

RCW 18.71.350 Report of malpractice payments by insurers.(1) Every institution or organization providing professional liability insurance to physicians shall send a complete report to the commission of all malpractice settlements, awards, or payments in excess of twenty thousand dollars as a result of a claim or action for damages alleged to have been caused by an insured physician's incompetency or negligence in the practice of medicine. Such institution or organization shall also report the award, settlement, or payment of three or more claims during a five-year time period as the result of the alleged physician's incompetence or negligence in the practice of medicine regardless of the dollar amount of the award or payment.(2) Reports required by this section shall be made within sixty days of the date of the settlement or verdict. Failure to comply with this section is punishable by a civil penalty not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars.[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 333; 1993 c 367 § 17; 1986 c 300 § 6. Formerly RCW 18.72.340.]NOTES:Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.Legislative findings—Severability—1986 c 300: See notes following RCW 18.57.245.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.360 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.360 - Driving records.

RCW 18.71.360 Driving records.To assist in identifying impairment related to alcohol abuse, the commission may obtain a copy of the driving record of a physician or a physician assistant maintained by the department of licensing.[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 334; 1991 c 215 § 2. Formerly RCW 18.72.345.]NOTES:Severability—Headings and captions not law—Effective date—1994 sp.s. c 9: See RCW 18.79.900 through 18.79.902.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.401 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.401 - Funds collected—Where deposited.

RCW 18.71.401 Funds collected—Where deposited.All assessments, fines, and other funds collected or received under this chapter must be deposited in the health professions account and used solely to administer and implement this chapter.[ 1997 c 79 § 1.]NOTES:Effective date—1997 c 79: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect July 1, 1997." [ 1997 c 79 § 6.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.420 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.420 - Allocation of all appropriated funds.

RCW 18.71.420 Allocation of all appropriated funds.The secretary of health shall allocate all appropriated funds to accomplish the purposes of this chapter.[ 1991 c 3 § 171; 1983 c 71 § 3. Formerly RCW 18.72.400.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.430 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.430 - Secretary and commission relationship.

RCW 18.71.430 Secretary and commission relationship.(1) The secretary shall employ an executive director that is:(a) Hired by and serves at the pleasure of the commission;(b) Exempt from the provisions of the civil service law, chapter 41.06 RCW and whose salary is established by the commission in accordance with RCW 43.03.028; and(c) Responsible for performing all administrative duties of the commission, including preparing an annual budget, and any other duties as delegated to the executive director by the commission.(2) Consistent with the budgeting and accounting act, the commission is responsible for proposing its own biennial budget which the secretary must submit to the office of financial management.(3) Prior to adopting credentialing fees under RCW 43.70.250, the secretary shall collaborate with the commission to determine the appropriate fees necessary to support the activities of the commission.(4) Prior to the secretary exercising the secretary's authority to adopt uniform rules and guidelines, or any other actions that might impact the licensing or disciplinary authority of the commission, the secretary shall first meet with the commission to determine how those rules or guidelines, or changes to rules or guidelines, might impact the commission's ability to effectively carry out its statutory duties. If the commission, in consultation with the secretary, determines that the proposed rules or guidelines, or changes to existing rules or guidelines, will negatively impact the commission's ability to effectively carry out its statutory duties, then the individual commission shall collaborate with the secretary to develop alternative solutions to mitigate the impacts. If an alternative solution cannot be reached, the parties may resolve the dispute through a mediator as set forth in subsection (6) of this section.(5) The commission shall negotiate with the secretary to develop performance-based expectations, including identification of key performance measures. The performance expectations should focus on consistent, timely regulation of health care professionals.(6) In the event there is a disagreement between the commission and the secretary, that is unable to be resolved through negotiation, a representative of both parties shall agree on the designation of a third party to mediate the dispute.(7) The secretary shall employ staff that are hired and managed by the executive director provided that nothing contained in this section may be construed to alter any existing collective bargaining unit or the provisions of any existing collective bargaining agreement.[ 2013 c 81 § 3; 2011 c 60 § 7; 2008 c 134 § 29.]NOTES:Effective date—2013 c 81: See note following RCW 18.25.0167.Effective date—2011 c 60: See RCW 42.17A.919.Finding—Intent—Severability—2008 c 134: See notes following RCW 18.130.020.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.440 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.440 - Commission to consider amending rules—Retired active physicians.

RCW 18.71.440 Commission to consider amending rules—Retired active physicians.(1) The commission shall consider amending its rules on retired active physicians in a manner that improves access to health care services for the citizens of this state without compromising public safety. When considering whether to amend its rules, the commission shall, at a minimum, consider the following:(a) Whether physicians holding retired active licenses should be allowed to provide health care services beyond primary care;(b) Whether physicians holding retired active licenses should be allowed to provide health care services in settings beyond community clinics operated by public or private tax-exempt corporations; and(c) The number and type of continuing education hours that physicians holding retired active licenses shall be required to obtain.(2) The commission shall determine whether it will amend its rules in the manner suggested by this section no later than November 15, 2009. If the commission determines that it will not amend its rules, it shall provide a written explanation of its decision to the appropriate committees of the legislature no later than December 1, 2009.[ 2009 c 403 § 4.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—2009 c 403: See note following RCW 18.71.080.
WA Rev Code § 18.71.450 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.450 - Pain management rules—Repeal—Adoption of new rules.

RCW 18.71.450 Pain management rules—Repeal—Adoption of new rules.(1) By June 30, 2011, the commission shall repeal its rules on pain management, WAC 246-919-800 through 246-919-830.(2) By June 30, 2011, the commission shall adopt new rules on chronic, noncancer pain management that contain the following elements:(a)(i) Dosing criteria, including:(A) A dosage amount that must not be exceeded unless a physician first consults with a practitioner specializing in pain management; and(B) Exigent or special circumstances under which the dosage amount may be exceeded without consultation with a practitioner specializing in pain management.(ii) The rules regarding consultation with a practitioner specializing in pain management must, to the extent practicable, take into account:(A) Circumstances under which repeated consultations would not be necessary or appropriate for a patient undergoing a stable, ongoing course of treatment for pain management;(B) Minimum training and experience that is sufficient to exempt a physician from the specialty consultation requirement;(C) Methods for enhancing the availability of consultations;(D) Allowing the efficient use of resources; and(E) Minimizing the burden on practitioners and patients;(b) Guidance on when to seek specialty consultation and ways in which electronic specialty consultations may be sought;(c) Guidance on tracking clinical progress by using assessment tools focusing on pain interference, physical function, and overall risk for poor outcome; and(d) Guidance on tracking the use of opioids, particularly in the emergency department.(3) The commission shall consult with the agency medical directors' group, the department of health, the University of Washington, and the largest professional association of physicians in the state.(4) The rules adopted under this section do not apply:(a) To the provision of palliative, hospice, or other end-of-life care; or(b) To the management of acute pain caused by an injury or a surgical procedure.[ 2010 c 209 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 18.71.460 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 18 - Businesses and Professions|Chapter 18.71 - Physicians.|18.71.460 - Commission—Information to legislature.

RCW 18.71.460 Commission—Information to legislature.In addition to the authority provided in RCW 42.52.804, the commission, its members, or staff as directed by the commission, may communicate, present information requested, volunteer information, testify before legislative committees, and educate the legislature, as the commission may from time to time see fit.[ 2013 c 81 § 4.]NOTES:Effective date—2013 c 81: See note following RCW 18.25.0167.