Bill > HB4832

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing and regulating certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs) in Michigan, creating a new professional category within the state's health occupations. The legislation defines an anesthesiologist assistant as a licensed professional who provides assistance to an anesthesiologist under direct supervision, with the ability to perform a wide range of medical functions including patient history evaluation, developing anesthesia care plans, administering drugs, managing airways, performing monitoring techniques, and participating in various medical procedures related to anesthesia. The bill requires CAAs to be licensed, complete a graduate-level training program, pass a certifying examination, and complete an advanced cardiac life-support course. Anesthesiologists supervising CAAs must remain physically nearby, ensure proper documentation, and cannot supervise more than four CAAs simultaneously. The bill also establishes specific licensing fees for CAAs, including a $75 application processing fee, a $60 annual license fee, and a $25 educational limited license fee. Beginning August 1, 2026, only licensed individuals will be able to use the titles "certified anesthesiologist assistant" and "c.a.a." The legislation aims to create a structured, safe framework for these medical professionals to support anesthesiologists in providing patient care.

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