Bill 97: Enhancement of Breast Screenings Act

This bill primarily affects healthcare providers and diagnostic imaging clinics operating in Nova Scotia — including radiologists, ultrasound technicians, and breast health clinics — who would see an increase in referrals and screening volumes for patients with dense breast tissue. Medical billing and administrative staff at these facilities would need to update their intake and referral workflows to reflect the new routine-care classification. Private imaging clinics and hospital-based diagnostic departments may need to expand capacity or staffing to handle the anticipated increase in ultrasound demand. The bill does not appear to directly affect businesses outside the healthcare sector.