WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SB 1380

Safety - As introduced, decreases from five to three the number of business days an ambulance service provider has to furnish to a patient or their authorized representative a copy of the patient's run record upon written request; decreases from five to three the number of business days an ambulance service provider has to furnish a copy of the patient's run record to a surveyor employed by the health facilities commission upon written request. - Amends TCA Title 56; Title 68 and Title 71.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Bo Watson

Tennessee law speeds ambulance run record delivery from five to three business days for patients and health surveyors, potentially straining smaller providers' administrative capacity.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
#safety
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SB 1380

Legislative bill overview

SB 1380 reduces the timeframe for ambulance service providers to deliver patient run records from five business days to three business days when requested by patients, their representatives, or health facilities surveyors. The bill amends Tennessee's healthcare regulations across three statutory titles to implement this faster disclosure requirement.

Why is this important

Run records are critical medical documents containing patient vital signs, treatment provided, and transport details that patients need for medical continuity, insurance claims, and legal purposes. Faster access improves patient care coordination and reduces administrative delays, though it places tighter operational demands on ambulance services, particularly smaller providers with limited administrative staff.

Potential points of contention

  • Operational burden on providers: Two fewer business days may strain smaller ambulance services with limited clerical staff, potentially forcing them to prioritize record requests over emergency services or increase staffing costs
  • Digitization requirements unclear: The bill doesn't specify whether paper records can still be hand-copied or if digital systems must be upgraded, creating compliance uncertainty
  • No compliance mechanisms defined: The bill lacks enforcement details—no penalties, fines, or oversight process is specified for providers who miss the three-day deadline

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

Sign in to ask a question.