HRS §349-42

Cognitive tests for patients at wellness visits

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

This section says that when a qualified patient gets a cognitive assessment during their annual wellness visit, the doctor must use a standard, proven test. The patient can say no to the test after being told what it is for, its benefits, and any risks.

The statute, as written — Cognitive assessments for qualified patients

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

(a) The cognitive assessment provided to qualified patients at an annual wellness visit shall be conducted using standardized, validated assessment tools. (b) A qualified patient may decline the use of a standardized, validated cognitive assessment tool after being informed of its purpose, benefits, and any risks.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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