Bill > S1093

This bill amends existing law to provide requirements for physician assistants (PAs) who practice at certain facilities or practices, or who own a medical practice. The key provisions include: 1. PAs must collaborate with, consult with, or refer to appropriate members of the health care team based on the patient's condition, the PA's education and competence, and the community standard of care. The degree and nature of this collaboration is determined by the facility or practice where the PA works. 2. PAs may be employed by non-physician health care providers if they have a written collaborative practice agreement with one or more physicians licensed in the state. 3. PAs may independently own a medical practice if they have a collaborative practice agreement with a licensed physician and comply with all requirements. 4. The facility or practice and each collaborating physician are responsible for ensuring the PA's medical services are within the PA's scope of education, experience, and competence. 5. The bill establishes a Physician Assistant Advisory Committee to assist the Board of Medicine in regulating PAs, including evaluating applicants, investigating misconduct, and advising on rule changes.

Health and Social Services, Justice

Health and Welfare Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/S1093/