Bill > HB2287

This bill modifies provisions related to prescriptive authority for advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants, specifically expanding their ability to prescribe controlled substances in certain settings. The bill amends existing law to allow advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances for patients of providers designated as administrative entities by the department of mental health, in addition to the previously allowed hospice patients. The bill maintains existing restrictions on the types and quantities of controlled substances that can be prescribed, such as limiting Schedule III narcotic and Schedule II-hydrocodone prescriptions to a 120-hour supply without refill. It also outlines detailed requirements for collaborative practice arrangements between these healthcare professionals and physicians, including provisions for geographic proximity, chart review, and the scope of prescriptive authority. The bill aims to provide more flexible healthcare service delivery while maintaining oversight and safety standards, particularly in settings like mental health and hospice care. The changes apply to several sections of Missouri state law concerning medical practice and controlled substance prescriptions.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2287&year=2026&code=R