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NY A05130

NY A05130
Permits the performance of medical services by a physician assistant without the supervision of a physician as appropriate to the physician assistant's scope of practice, education and training where such physician assistant has practiced for more than three thousand six hundred hours.


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Introduced
02/12/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to the performance of medical services by physician assistants; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

AI Summary

This bill amends the New York education law to allow physician assistants (PAs) with more than 3,600 hours of practice experience to perform medical services without direct physician supervision, based on their individual scope of practice, education, and training. Currently, PAs typically require physician oversight, but this legislation would grant more autonomy to experienced PAs who have demonstrated a substantial level of professional practice. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the new provisions will automatically expire two years after the law takes effect, likely to allow for review and potential reassessment of the policy. By permitting PAs to practice more independently, the bill aims to increase healthcare accessibility and efficiency, recognizing the advanced skills and expertise of PAs who have accumulated significant professional experience.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to higher education (on 01/07/2026)

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