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42 U.S.C. 7385s–7: Physicians servicesText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 84-DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
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§7385s–7. Physicians services

(a)  In general

The Secretary may utilize the services of physicians for purposes of making determinations under this part.

(b)  Physicians

Any physicians whose services are utilized under subsection (a) of this section shall possess appropriate expertise and experience in the evaluation and determination of the extent of permanent physical impairments or in the evaluation and diagnosis of illnesses or deaths aggravated, contributed to, or caused by exposure to toxic substances.

(c)  Arrangement

The Secretary may secure the services of physicians utilized under subsection (a) of this section through the appointment of physicians or by contract.

( Pub. L. 106–398, § 1 [div. C, title XXXVI, § 3678] , as added Pub. L. 108–375, div. C, title XXXI, § 3161 , Oct. 28, 2004 , 118 Stat. 2182 .)