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PS 991

Para establecer la “Ley para la Regulación de la Medicina Estética en Puerto Rico”; establecer responsabilidades y prohibiciones, fijar penalidades; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico proposes comprehensive aesthetic medicine regulation establishing professional standards, licensing requirements, and penalties for unqualified practitioners to protect consumer safety.

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Bill Summary · PS 991

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 991 establishes a regulatory framework for aesthetic medicine practices in Puerto Rico, defining professional standards, responsibilities, and penalties for violations. The legislation aims to create oversight mechanisms for cosmetic and aesthetic procedures, distinguishing regulated practitioners and setting operational requirements for aesthetic medicine providers.

Why is this important

Aesthetic medicine is a growing sector in Puerto Rico with significant consumer participation, yet currently operates with minimal regulatory oversight. This bill addresses patient safety concerns by establishing professional standards, licensing requirements, and accountability mechanisms for procedures that carry medical risks, protecting consumers from unqualified practitioners while legitimizing qualified professionals.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice definition: Determining which procedures require medical licensure versus those that can be performed by aestheticians may create jurisdictional disputes between physicians, nurses, and cosmetologists
  • Implementation costs: Establishing new regulatory infrastructure, licensing boards, and enforcement mechanisms requires government resources and may increase operational costs for legitimate practitioners
  • Grandfather clause concerns: How existing practitioners without formal credentials will be treated—whether they face transition periods, additional training requirements, or prohibition from practice

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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