La. Public Health and Safety § 40:1205.3

Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 40:1205.3 - Retention and recruitment program

A. The department shall develop and administer a plan for recruitment and retention of primary health care practitioners to practice in health professional shortage areas or facilities.

B. Such a plan shall provide for identification of shortage areas, prioritize long-term and short-term goals and strategies, provide a special minority component, and provide for public input.

C. The department shall implement the retention and recruitment plan, directly or through contract. Implementation may include advertising and promotion, professional recruitment services, travel, and all other necessary expenses.

La. Public Health and Safety § 40:1205.3

Acts 1991, No. 502, §1; Acts 2009, No. 383, §1, eff. July 6, 2009; Redesignated from R.S. 40:1300.3 by HCR 84 of 2015 R.S.

Acts 1991, No. 502, §1; Acts 2009, No. 383, §1, eff. 7/6/2009; Redesignated from R.S. 40:1300.3 by HCR 84 of 2015 R.S.