(a) A safe haven is established whereby a clinician who self-refers to the PHP or comparable program shall be protected from mandatory reporting to the professional licensing board. (b) A PHP or comparable program shall serve as a confidential liaison between the clinician and the professional licensing board when the clinician: (1) Is actively engaged in a PHP or comparable program; and (2) Is compliant with treatment. (c) Licensing boards shall not penalize clinicians solely for seeking assistance unless there is an imminent risk to patient safety.
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