November 8, 2012, Introduced by Rep. Roy Schmidt and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code,"
(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 13524.
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:
Sec. 13524. (1) A written report of the results of a
mammography examination conducted in this state that is sent to a
physician or patient pursuant to 42 USC 263b shall include the
findings of the mammography interpreter based upon the breast
imaging reporting and data system established by the American
college of radiology and the patient's breast density level based
upon the breast imaging reporting and data system breast density
classification system. If the mammography interpreter determines
that the patient has heterogeneously or extremely dense breast
tissue, the report shall include the following notice:
"The physician interpreting this mammography examination has
determined that the patient has dense breast tissue. Mammography
has known limitations and, in a patient who has dense breast
tissue, some abnormalities may not appear. This notice is intended
to raise awareness and promote discussion between the patient and
his or her physician regarding the results of the mammography
examination. Depending upon the patient's individual risk factors,
the physician may recommend additional tests, including an
ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging. The patient and physician
should discuss any questions or concerns regarding the results of
the mammography examination.".
(2) A summary of the written report of the results of a
mammography examination conducted in this state that is sent
directly to a patient pursuant to 42 USC 263b shall include the
findings of the mammography interpreter based upon the breast
imaging reporting and data system established by the American
college of radiology and the patient's breast density level based
upon the breast imaging reporting and data system breast density
classification system. If the mammography interpreter determines
that the patient has heterogeneously or extremely dense breast
tissue, the summary shall include the following notice:
"The physician interpreting your mammography examination has
determined that you have dense breast tissue. Mammography has known
limitations and, in a patient who has dense breast tissue, some
abnormalities may not appear. If you were referred to us by a
physician, a written report of the results of your mammography
examination, including information about your breast density, has
been sent to your physician. This notice is intended to raise your
awareness and promote discussion between you and your physician
regarding the results of your mammography examination. Depending
upon your individual risk factors, your physician may recommend
additional tests including an ultrasound or magnetic resonance
imaging. You should contact your physician if you have any
questions or concerns regarding the results of your mammography
examination.".