HealthLeaders Media December 26, 2019
Federal policy makers are examining regulations that require more-stringent supervision, or that limit providers from practicing at the top of their license.
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The revamp comes as more states are pushing for legislation to expand scope of practice for advanced practice practitioners.
Expanded scope of practice has been contentious. Physician groups have insisted on medical-doctor supervision of advanced practice practitioners.
In 20 states, a physician must co-sign a percentage or number of physician assistant charts.
In 39 states, there are limits on the number of physician assistants a physician can supervise or with whom a physician can collaborate.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is asking stakeholders for more input and recommendations on policy changes that could eliminate...
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