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NC S47

NC S47
PA Team-Based Practice


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Introduced
01/31/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/13/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO ADJUST THE SUPERVISION ARRANGEMENT OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS AND TO MAKE VARIOUS CHANGES TO THE LICENSURE OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS.

AI Summary

This bill amends North Carolina laws to adjust the supervision arrangement of physician assistants and make various changes to their licensure. It establishes a new category of "team-based practice" for physician assistants, outlining the requirements for them to practice in this setting without direct physician supervision. The bill also expands the authority of team-based physician assistants to prescribe, order, administer, and procure drugs and medical devices without physician authorization. Additionally, the bill allows physician assistants to authenticate certain documents, such as death certificates, with their signature or certification.

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 02/01/2023)

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