HB 75
An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for definitions.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act by clarifying the definition of "primary supervising physician." Specifically, it defines this role as an osteopathic physician who is licensed and working with a physician assistant under a written agreement, with the osteopathic physician holding primary responsibility for the physician assistant’s supervision. The amendment ensures clarity regarding the responsibilities of the supervising physician within the context of physician assistant practice.
Key provisions
- Defines "primary supervising physician" as a licensed osteopathic physician.
- Specifies that the supervising physician must be registered or licensed with the board.
- Requires the supervising physician to be working with a physician assistant.
- Establishes a written agreement between the physician and physician assistant is necessary.
- Outlines the supervising physician’s primary responsibility for the physician assistant’s work.
Who is affected
- Osteopathic physicians
- Physician assistants
- State Board of Medicine
- State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
Notable changes
- Clarifies the definition of ‘primary supervising physician’ within the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act.
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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