(a) A safe haven is established whereby a clinician who self-refers to the PHP or comparable program shall be protected from mandatory reporting to the professional licensing board.
(b) A PHP or comparable program shall serve as a confidential liaison between the clinician and the professional licensing board when the clinician:
(1) Is actively engaged in a PHP or comparable program; and
(2) Is compliant with treatment.
(c) Licensing boards shall not penalize clinicians solely for seeking assistance unless there is an imminent risk to patient safety.