(a) After providing dental hygiene services to a patient, the dental hygienist shall provide the patient or the parent or legal guardian of the patient with the following written information:
- (1) Complete contact information, including the name, telephone number, and license number, of the dental hygienist who provided the services.
- (2) Emergency contact information of the dental hygienist and the access practice dentist and any necessary protocols in the event of emergency.
- (3) A list of the treatment provided, including, when applicable, billing codes, fees, and tooth numbers.
- (4) A description of any further treatment that is needed or recommended.
(5) A statement that includes the following:
- (A) The patient may choose to have dental services at a location where dental care is not normally provided.
- (B) Dental hygiene services do not include a comprehensive dental examination.
- (b) The access practice dental hygienist must recommend that the patient see a dentist and provide a list of at least three (3) dentists for comprehensive dental care. The list must include the access practice dentist.
As added by P.L.30-2018, SEC.2.