Florida § 456.051 - Reports of professional liability actions; bankruptcies; Department of Health’s responsibility to provide.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 456.051 — Reports of professional liability actions; bankruptcies; Department of Health’s responsibility to provide., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 456.051. Reports of professional liability actions; bankruptcies; Department of Health’s responsibility to provide.
(1) The report of a claim or action for damages for personal injury which is required to be provided to the Department of Health under s. 456.049 or s. 627.912 is public information except for the name of the claimant or injured person, which remains confidential as provided in s. 627.912(2)(e). The Department of Health shall, upon request, make such report available to any person. The department shall make such report available as a part of the practitioner’s profile within 30 calendar days after receipt. (2) Any information in the possession of the Department of Health which relates to a bankruptcy proceeding by a practitioner of medicine licensed under chapter 458, a practitioner of osteopathic medicine licensed under chapter 459, a podiatric physician licensed under chapter 461, or a dentist licensed under chapter 466 is public information. The Department of Health shall, upon request, make such information available to any person. The department shall make such report available as a part of the practitioner’s profile within 30 calendar days after receipt.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 456.051
What does Florida Statutes § 456.051 cover?
Section 456.051 ("Reports of professional liability actions; bankruptcies; Department of Health’s responsibility to provide.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 456.051?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 456.051" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 456.051 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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