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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 311.840 to define terms; amend KRS 311.842, 311.848, 311.850, 202A.011, 202C.010, 216B.175, and 600.020 to change references to "supervising physician" to "collaborating physician" to conform; amend KRS 311.844 to include Schedule II controlled substances in the list of controlled substances authorized license holders may prescribe; amend KRS 311.858 to list the services a physician assistant may provide; require a physician assistant to consult and collaborate with or refer a patient to an appropriate licensed physician as indicated by the patient's condition and the standard of care; create a new section of KRS 311.840 to 311.862 to establish requirements for a collaboration agreement between a collaborating physician and a physician assistant; amend KRS 186.577 to allow physician assistants to administer driver vision tests; amend KRS 218A.202 to conform; repeal KRS 311.854, 311.856, and 311.860, relating to supervising physicians.
AI Summary
This bill updates Kentucky law regarding physician assistants (PAs) by replacing the term "supervising physician" with "collaborating physician" throughout various statutes to reflect a more collaborative relationship. It expands the authority of PAs to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances, in addition to Schedules III, IV, and V, under specific conditions and with appropriate continuing education. The bill also establishes requirements for a formal "collaboration agreement" between a PA and their collaborating physician, outlining communication and decision-making processes, and clarifies that a collaborating physician can oversee a maximum of four PAs. Furthermore, PAs will be permitted to administer driver vision tests, and the bill repeals outdated sections of law related to supervising physicians, consolidating responsibilities and definitions under the new collaborative model.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
to Health Services (S) (on 02/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb116.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb116/orig_bill.pdf |
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