SB 356
Board of Osteopathic Medicine rule relating to osteopathic physician assistants
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 356 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Osteopathic Medicine to create and enforce rules specifically concerning osteopathic physician assistants. This legislation builds upon existing authority granted to the Board, allowing them to develop detailed regulations for the practice of osteopathic physician assistants. The rules will be subject to review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. The bill essentially formalizes the Board’s ability to regulate this specific area of practice.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate rules.
- Focuses rules on osteopathic physician assistants.
- Rules are subject to review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- Relates to existing authority under §30-14-14 of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- Osteopathic Physician Assistants
- Board of Osteopathic Medicine
- Healthcare Professionals
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