Two Dozen Scope of Practice Laws Enacted in 2017
ScopeofPracticePolicy.org tracked a total of 139 bills during the 2017 legislative session. Thirty-seven bills were enacted into law from 24 …
Dental Hygienists and Dental Hygiene Therapists in Maine
In 2016, Maine enacted a new Dental Practice Act establishing the scope of practice for dental hygienists and dental therapists. …
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physician Assistants Provision of Medication-Assisted Treatment
A provision of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S. Code ยง 823(g)(2)) allows qualified physicians to request a waiver …
Physician Assistants and Collaboration
Earlier this year, New Mexico amended its Medical Practice Act to allow collaborative practice relationships between physician assistants (PAs) and …
Scoping Out Health Care Worker Shortages
In areas where there are not enough doctors and nurses to keep up with the demand for their services such …
Legislative Update on Scope of Practice Bills
State legislators have introduced at least 115 bills in 2017 legislative sessions relating to scope of practice for nurse practitioners, …
Recent State Scope of Practice Changes
Two states recently changed their scope of practice laws. Legislation in Washington state recognizes dental therapists and South Dakota law …
Scope of Practice Bills Introduced During the 2017 Session
State legislators have introduced at least 80 bills so far relating to scope of practice for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, …
Dental Therapists Gaining Traction as Oral Health Providers
Dental therapists have gained recognition as oral health providers who can perform basic clinical dental treatment and preventive services in …
Changes for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in VA Facilities
Nurse practitioners can now practice in VA facilities without physician supervision. The Department of Veterans Affairs allows nurse practitioners to …