Oklahoma § 57-623 - On-site primary medical treatment programs
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 57-623 — On-site primary medical treatment programs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 57-623. On-site primary medical treatment programs
A. The Department of Corrections is authorized to operate onsite primary medical treatment programs using employed or contracted
providers at facilities operated by the Department.
B. Any registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, as defined
in Section 567.3a of Title 59 of the Oklahoma Statutes, who is
employed under such medical treatment programs may administer
nonprescription drugs, as defined in Section 353.1 of Title 59 of
the Oklahoma Statutes, to inmates without specific physician
authorization.
C. Any certified medication aide, as provided for in subsection
E of Section 1-1950.3 of Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, may be
employed by the Department of Corrections or a contractor of the
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 57. Prisons and Reformatories
Department of Corrections and work in the manner as set forth in
that section during the term of said employment.
Added by Laws 2000, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 8, § 3, eff. July 1, 2000.
Amended by Laws 2002, c. 56, § 1, eff. July 1, 2002; Laws 2006, c.
79, § 1, emerg. eff. April 21, 2006.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 57-623
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 57-623 cover?
Section 57-623 ("On-site primary medical treatment programs") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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