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Physician Assistant License Description: Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants. Licensing Agency: AL State Board of Medical Examiners P O Box 887 Montgomery, AL 36101-0887 (334) 242 4153 [email protected] http://www.albme.org

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ALASKA


Physician Assistant - Certified License Description: Application $150License $200Collaborative Plan $100 Licensing Agency: Alaska Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing State Medical Board P.O. Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806 (907) 465 2781 ext 0 [email protected] https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/StateMedicalBoard.aspx




https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/StateMedicalBoard.aspx

https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/StateMedicalBoard.aspx



ARIZONA


Physician Assistant License Description: Major Requirements for Regular License: 1) Copy of the applicant's certificate of successful completion and score on the national physician assistant examination provided by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); 2) Names of the states or provinces in which the applicant has been granted a certification, registration, or license as a physician assistant, including certificate number, date issued, and current status of the certification; 3) Signed form by the Coordinator of the Disciplinary Data Bank, The Federation of State Medical Boards, that includes the applicant's full name and address, birth date, physician assistant training program name and location, and date of the applicant's degree or graduation for purposes of a disciplinary search. 4) Signed and notarized form by the director or administrator of the physician assistant program that granted the applicant a physician assistant degree; 5) Verification of certification/licensure/registration of each state in which the applicant holds or has held certification, licensure, or registration as a physician assistant; 6) List of all current or past employment with medical agencies or supervising physicians within the five years preceding the date of application or since graduation from a physician assistant program, if less than five years, including the agency or physician name, address, and date of employment; 7) Application Fee - $125 Major Requirements for Temporary License: All of the above except No. 2 License Fees: Temporary (Up to 16 months) - $50; Regular - $125 ($75 to convert from Temporary); Renewal (Annually by June 1) - $100 Note: Temporary license is available until applicant who has fulfilled all requirements except for passage of national exams. Reciprocity: None

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Continuing Education: 20 credit hours of continuing Category I medical education every fiscal year (July 1-June 30) Licensing Agency: Physician Assistants, Regulatory Board of 9545 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Phoenix, AZ 85258 (480) 551 2700 [email protected] http://www.azpa.gov/




http://www.azpa.gov/



ARKANSAS


Physician Assistant (PA) License Description: A Physician Assistant is a medical practioner who provides health care services under the supervision of a physician. They examine patients and perform comprehensive physical examinations. They also compile patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examinations. Requirements: 1) Must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, unless the applicant has other approved education. 2) Must successfully complete an accredited physician assistant or surgeon assistant program. 3) Must pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE). 4) Must be of good moral character. 5) Must be at least 21 years of age. 6) Must complete a criminal background check. 7) Must be mentally and physically able to engage safely in the role as a physician assistant. Examination Required. Application for license fee: $80.00, Licence renewal fee (annual): $50.00, Late renewal fee: $25.00 Licensing Agency: Arkansas State Medical Board 1401 West Capitol Ave., Suite 340 Little Rock, AR 72201-2936 (501) 296 1802 http://www.armedicalboard.org




http://www.armedicalboard.org/



CALIFORNIA


Physician Assistant License Description: Fees: Application: $25 Initial License: $200 Renewal: $300 (biennial) Effective with the April 2014 license renewals, licensees are assessed $6 ANNUALLY ($12 per renewal cycle) which is collected at the time of renewal of the license to cover the operation and maintenance of the Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) pursuant to Business and Professions Code Section 208 (SB809 â€“ DeSaulnier, Chapter 400, Statutes of 2013). Examination: See Comments. Examination Frequency: Ongoing. Exam Locations: See Comments. Experience Requirement: Graduation from an approved physician assistant training program. Average Time to Process Application: Variable, but approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Renewal Period: Biennially (every second year). Special License Requirements: N/A Comments: The required licensing examination is administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Information about the examination may be obtained from: NCCPA; 12000 Findley Road, Suite 200; Duluth, GA 30097-1409; (678) 417-8100; www.nccpa.net. Authority: Business and Professions Code, Chapter 7.7, Sections 3500-3546 (Physician Assistant Practice Act). Licensing Agency: Department of Consumer Affairs Physician Assistant Board 2005 Evergreen Street, Suite 1100 Sacramento, CA 95815

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(916) 561 8780 [email protected] https://pab.ca.gov/




https://pab.ca.gov/



COLORADO


Physician Assistant License Description: DESCRIPTION: Physician Assistants provide medical services under the personal and responsible supervision of a Colorado licensed physician. PAs are formally trained to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an NCCPA-approved physician assistant program, verified practice history, passage of the NCCPA National Board Exam, verification of Federation of State Medical Boards disciplinary history. FEES: Original - $260; Renewal - $165. CONTACT: State Board of Medical Examiners, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1300, Denver, CO 80202, (303) 894-7690, www.dora.state.co.us/medical/ Licensing Agency: Board of Medical Examiners 1560 Broadway Ste 1300 Denver, CO 80202 (303) 894 7690 http://www.dora.state.co.us/medical/main-licensure.htm




http://www.dora.state.co.us/medical/main-licensure.htm



CONNECTICUT


Physician Assistant Licensure License Description: $190.00 Licensing Agency: Department of Public Health 410 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06134 http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/default.asp




http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/default.asp



DELAWARE


Physician Assistant License Description: Physician Assistant - Please see the website below for complete details. http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/medicalpractice/index.shtml Licensing Agency: Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline Division of Professional Regulation Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Blvd., STE. 203 Dover, DE 19904-2467 (302) 744 4500






DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA


PHYSICIANS ASSISTANTS License Description: Contact licensing agency for more information. Licensing Agency: Government of the District of Columbia Department of Health Health Regulation Administration 825 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 222 Washington, 20002 (202) 442 4330






FLORIDA


Physician Assistant License Description: An individual who provides patient services under the supervision of a licensed medical doctor. Some of these services include taking patient histories, performing physical exams, tentative diagnosing, and ordering laboratory tests. Physician assistants may also counsel patients and families on health and disease, assist in surgery, and perform other therapeutic procedures. Licensing Agency: Fl. Department of Health Division of Medical Quality Assurance 1940 N Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399






GEORGIA


Physician Assistant License Description: N/A Licensing Agency: Georgia Composite Medical Board 2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 36th Floor Atlanta, GA 30303-3465 (404) 656 3913 [email protected] http://medicalboard.georgia.gov/




http://medicalboard.georgia.gov/



HAWAII


Physician Assistant License Description: DESCRIPTION OF OCCUPATION: A Physician Assistant provides routine and emergency medical care under the supervision of physicians. May take detailed patient histories, perform physical examinations, make tentative diagnoses, and order and interpret laboratory tests. REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSING: Professional requirements: Arrange to have Federation Discipline Report sent directly to the Hawaii Medical Board (HMB). Have National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) send verification of current certification to HMB. Complete verification form signed by you and your supervising physician who must be currently licensed in Hawaii. Education requirements: Be a graduate of an approved physician assistant training program. EXAMINATIONS: National Certifying Exam. FEES: Between February 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019, pay $182 (application $20, license $32, compliance resolution fund $110, Â½ renewal for 2nd year of 2-year license period $20). Between February 1, 2019 and January 31, 2020, pay $107 (application $20, license $32, compliance resolution fund $55). OTHER: There were 249 licenses currently active as of May 7, 2018. ~ revised 10/16 Licensing Agency: Board of Medical Examiners Professional and Vocational Licensing Division Hawaii State Dept. of Commerce & Consumer Affairs P. O. Box 3469, [335 Merchant St., Rm. 301, Honolulu, HI 96813] Honolulu, HI 96801 (808) 586 3000 [email protected] http://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/medical/

http://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/medical/

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IDAHO


Physician Assistants License Description: Physician Assistants must be licensed with the Idaho State Board of Medicine. To become licensed, applicants must: 1.) Submit fingerprints and pass a criminal background check; 2.) Have a Bachelor's degree; 3.) Complete a nationally accredited physician assistant program; 4.) Pass a national certification exam; 5.) Be supervised by a person licensed to practice medicine. Term: Licenses can be renewed annually or bi-annually. Licensing Agency: Idaho State Board of Medicine Westgate Office Plaza, 1755 Westgate Dr., #140 Boise, ID 83720-0058 (208) 327 7000 [email protected] http://bom.idaho.gov




http://bom.idaho.gov/



ILLINOIS


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: An individual who is not a physician nor a person holding an M.D. or equivalent degree who has been certified as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or equivalent successor agency and performs procedures under the supervision of a physician as defined in the Physician's Assistant Practice Act. Licensing Agency: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation 320 West Washington Springfield, IL 62786 (217) 782 8556 https://www.idfpr.com/




https://www.idfpr.com/



IOWA


Physician Assistant (PA) License Description: Physician assistants provide medical services as delegated by an approved supervising physician; take medical histories; perform physical exams on patients of all ages; assess, diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems as delegated by a supervising physician; perform therapeutic procedures and office surgical procedures; may assist in surgery; may provide prenatal and postnatal care and assist the physician in obstetrical care; may counsel patients concerning diets, therapy, health promotion and disease prevention; may make hospital rounds or provide hospital or nursing home medical services; may provide immediate evaluation and treatment in response to emergency medical problems; may refer a patient to specialty physicians; may order and interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, diets, physical therapy, inhalation therapy or other services when delegated by a supervising physician; may order certain medications with the prior approval and direction of a supervising physician and may prescribe medications and medical devices as delegated by a supervising physician in accordance with Iowa Administrative Code 645- 325.7; may assist a supervising physician in the office management and direction of other medical personnel in the execution of patient care. PAs may provide medical services in a remote medical clinic as long as they have at least one year of clinical experience as a practicing PA and documents showing sufficient training and experience. A remote medical clinic is one that is away from the regular practice location of a supervising physician and in which a supervising physician is present less than 50 percent of the time the clinic is open. A physician assistant may perform any medical task that is: 1) delegated by a supervising physician, 2) within the qualifications of the PA, and 3) not prohibited by the law or the Board. Physician assistant services may be utilized in any clinical setting, in nursing homes, patient homes, or extended care facilities. Licensing Agency: Board of Physician Assistant Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Lucas State Office Building, 321 E 12th St Des Moines, IA 50319-0075 (515) 281 4408 https://idph.iowa.gov/Licensure/Iowa-Board-of-physicians-assistants


https://idph.iowa.gov/Licensure/Iowa-Board-of-physicians-assistants


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KANSAS


Physician Assistant (PA) License Description: Physician Assistants provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants. Licensing Agency: Kansas State Board of Healing Arts 800 SW Jackson, Lower Level Suite A Topeka, KS 66612 (785) 296 7413 http://www.ksbha.org




http://www.ksbha.org/



KENTUCKY


Physician Assistant License Description: GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION A physician assistant may perform any and all medical services that are within the scope of training in an approved program and which are also within the scope of the supervising physician's practice as designated by the specialty code in the most current revision of the Kentucky Medical Directory. The physician assistant shall not make a definitive diagnosis or prescribe or employ any treatment modality independent of the supervising physician. However, a physician assistant may, without specific approval, initiate evaluation and treatment in emergency situations. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS The applicant shall be a graduate of a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS The applicant shall have successfully completed the certification examination administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) within three (3) attempts. Applications for the NCCPA examination are available through the NCCPA's Atlanta, Georgia office. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS In conjunction with the renewal of his / her certification, the physician assistant shall provide evidence of having completed, in the last two (2) years, a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of continuing education accepted by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or the American Medical Association. Licensing Agency: Board of Medical Licensure 310 Whittington Parkway, Suite 1 B Louisville, KY 40222 (502) 429 7150 [email protected] http://kbml.ky.gov

http://kbml.ky.gov/

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LOUISIANA


Physician's Assistant License Description: Must be a graduate of an American Association approved physician's assistant program. A 12-month temporary license is issued until the NCCPA examination is taken and passed. Licensing Agency: Office of Continuing Education and Resources Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners 630 Camp Street New Orleans, LA 70130-3400 (504) 568 6820 ext 225 [email protected] https://www.lsbme.la.gov/




https://www.lsbme.la.gov/



MAINE


Physician Assistant License Description: Contact the licensing agency for details. Licensing Agency: Board of Registration of Medicine 137 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333 (207) 287 3601

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MARYLAND


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS License Description: MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT of HEALTH and MENTAL HYGIENE LICENSE TITLE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS OCCUPATION CODE Physician Assistants (291071) TYPE OF EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree or equivalency; Preferred Graduates of accredited PA educational programs (After October 1, 2003 the Bachelor Degree will be required) DESCRIPTION OF LICENSURE Applicants must pass the Physician Assistants National Certifying Examination administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) to become a Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C); Must have 100 hours of continuing medical education every 2 years; Must pass a re-certification examination every 6 years PROCEDURES FOR OBTAINING LICENSURE Licensure is granted by the Physician Quality Assurance Board, based on a passing grade of 220 on the Test of Spoken English and a grade of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language. The national NCCPA exam is the only exam required for state licensure. NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Suite 800, 157 Technology Parkway, Norcross, Georgia 30092-2913 (770) 734-4500 LICENSING AGENCY Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene 4201 Patterson Avenue Baltimore MD 21215 (410) 764-4777 FAX (410) 358-6571 www.dhmh.state.md.us/ Licensing Agency: Board of Physicians 4201 Patterson Ave Baltimore, MD 21215 (410) 764 4777

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http://www.mbp.state.md.us/mbp2/index_template.html




http://www.mbp.state.md.us/mbp2/index_template.html



MASSACHUSETTS


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: An individual who may provide medical services appropriate to his or her training, experience and skills under the supervision of a registered physician, and has passed the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants examination, hold a Bachelor degree in any field, completed an accredited physician assistant program. Licensing Agency: Board of Registration of Physician Assistants 239 Causeway St., Suite 500, 5th Floor Boston, MA 02114 (800) 414 0168 http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/hcq/dhpl/physician-assistants/about/




http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/hcq/dhpl/physician-assistants/about/

http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/hcq/dhpl/physician-assistants/about/



MICHIGAN


Physician's Assistant License Description: Any qualified person employed as a Physician's Assistant who provides medical care services under the supervision of a licensed physician must be licensed with the Department of Community Health. Licensing Agency: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Bureau of Professional Licensing - Licensing Division P.O. Box 30670 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373 8068 [email protected] http://www.michigan.gov/bpl




http://www.michigan.gov/bpl



MINNESOTA


Physician Assistant License License Description: Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Practice Setting Description. Refer to the board of Medical Practice Physician AssistantÂ Application Form PacketÂ and Physician Assistant Practice Act Physician Assistants must practice under supervision of licensed physicians. Licensing Agency: Minnesota Board of Medical Practitioners 2829 University Ave. S.E., Suite 500, University Park Plaza Minneapolis, MN 55414-3246 (612) 617 2130 [email protected] http://www.bmp.state.mn.us/




http://www.bmp.state.mn.us/



MISSOURI


Physician Assistant License Description: An applicant shall furnish evidence of good moral character by letter of reference from director of their physician assistant program and evidence of completion of the program. All certifications should be submitted to the board for verification. Contact licensing agency for additional information. Licensing Agency: Division Of Professional Registration Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts 3605 Missouri Boulevard, P.O. Box 4 Jefferson City, M 65102-1335 (573) 751 0098 ext 8007352966 [email protected] http://pr.mo.gov/healingarts.asp




http://pr.mo.gov/healingarts.asp



NEBRASKA


Physician Assistant License Description:

Occupational Description Physician Assistants provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. They may conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients, and may, in some cases, prescribe medication.Â A Physician Assistant may perform medical services that:Â A. Are delegated by and provided under the supervision of a licensed Physician; B. Are appropriate to the level of competence of the Physician Assistant; C. Form a component of the supervising Physician's scope of practice; D. Are not otherwise prohibited by law. A Physician Assistant is considered an agent of his or her supervising Physician in the performance of practice-related activities delegated by the supervising Physician, including, but not limited to, ordering diagnostic, therapeutic, and other medical services. A Physician Assistant may pronounce death and may complete and sign death certificates and any other forms, if such acts are within the scope of practice of the Physician Assistant, are delegated by his or her supervising Physician, and are not otherwise prohibited by law.

Licensure Requirements Applicants must: 1. Provide proof of graduation from an approved program; 2. Provide certified proof of passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) offered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); 3. Be at least 19 years of age;Â 4. Submit a completed application form and the required documentation; 5. Pass a fingerprint criminal background check.Â A person who has not yet taken or passed the NCCPA exam may obtain a temporary license. The temporary license will expire one year from the date of issuance, or upon issuance of a license.Â >h3>Fee Information Initial License Fee- $150.00, or $37.50Â if initial license is obtained within 5 months prior to the next expiration date.Â Fingerprint Processing Fee- $45.25 (Paid directly to the Nebraska State Patrol)

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Renewal Information Renewal is required biennially by October 1 of each odd-numbered year. The renewal fee is $110.00.Â To qualify for license renewal, a Physician Assistant must meet one of the following: 1. Complete 50 hours of category 1 continuing education coursework approved by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME ), the American Osteopathic Association (AOA ), or the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA ). Hours must have been earned within the 24 months immediately preceding the expiration of the license, with the exception that a licensee who has earned more than the 50 hours required for one renewal period may carry over up to 25 hours for the next renewal period. -OR- 2. Meet the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA ) re-registration requirements within the 24 months immediately preceding the expiration of the license. Licensing Agency: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services Division of Public Health, Licensure Unit Office of Medical & Specialized Health P.O. Box 94986, 301 Centennial Mall South, 1st Floor Lincoln, NE 68509 (402) 247 2118 [email protected] http://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Professions-and-Occupations.aspx




http://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Professions-and-Occupations.aspx



NEVADA


Physicians' Assistant License Description: The following general requirements apply; contact the Board for more information. Applicants must: 1) Be of good moral character. 2) Be able to adequately speak and write in English. 3) Have graduated from a physician assistant program approved by the American Medical Association (AMA) Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation. 4) Be certified by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants. 5) Pass a written exam concerning the statutes and regulations relating to the practice as a physician assistant in Nevada. Applicants may be required to appear before the State Board. Fees may be subject to change. Fees are: application--$300; biennial registration--$400; background check - $75. Licensing Agency: Board of Medical Examiners P.O. Box 7238 Reno, 89510 (775) 688 2559 [email protected] http://medboard.nv.gov/




http://medboard.nv.gov/



NEW HAMPSHIRE


Physician Assistant License Description:

Physician Assistants provide patient services under direct supervision and responsibility of a doctor of medicine or osteopathy. Elicit detailed patient histories and do complete physical examinations. Reach tentative diagnosis and order appropriate laboratory tests. Counsel patient and family on health and disease. Suture minor wounds, assist in surgery, apply and remove cast and traction apparatus, and perform other therapeutic procedures under supervision of a doctor of medicine or osteopathy. May have special training in a particular medical specialty. Physician Assistants are allowed to distribute prescription drugs.

Legislation: NH RSA 328-D; Administrative Rules Chapter Med 600

Licensure Requirements:

• Completion of a statement from the Registered Supervisory Physician and the Alternate Registered Supervisory Physician accepting responsibility

• Proof of graduation from a Physician Assistant program accredited by the American Medical Association's Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or by its successor

• Proof of current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

• Must work under the supervision of a licensed physician • Applicants for initial permanent licensure or endorsement must submit a

notarized criminal history record release form along with a complete set of fingerprints taken by a qualified law enforcement agency or authorized employee of the New Hampshire Department of Safety

Examination: Written examination required – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Continuing Education: Continuing Medical Education (CME) as required by NCCPA to maintain current national certification

Fees:

• License/Application: $115 • Annual Renewal: $65

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• FBI Criminal History record, including fingerprinting (payable to NH State Police): $49.75

All fees are subject to change

Reciprocity: No, but license may be issued by endorsement

revised Jan 2018

Licensing Agency: NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification Board of Medicine 121 South Fruit Street Concord, NH 03301 (603) 271 1203 [email protected] https://www.oplc.nh.gov/medicine/




https://www.oplc.nh.gov/medicine/



NEW JERSEY


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: A Physician Assistant is a health professional who works under the direct supervision of a licensed physician within a certain specialty and acts as an agent for the physician by providing direct patient services. Licensing Agency: Department of Law and Public Safety Division of Consumer Affairs PO Box 45035 Newark, NJ 07101 (973) 504 6580 http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/pa/




http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/pa/



NEW MEXICO


Physician's Assistant License Description: License to for Physician's Assistant Licensing Agency: New Mexico Medical Board 2055 S. Pacheco Building 400 Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 476 7220 [email protected] http://www.nmmb.state.nm.us/




http://www.nmmb.state.nm.us/



NEW YORK


Physician Assistant License Description: A physician assistant ("PA") is a licensed health care professional who provides medical care under the supervision of a physician. PAs provide a wide range of care within the area of practice of the supervising physician. Licensing Agency: NYS Education Department Office of the Professions Medicine Unit - Physician, Phy. Asst., Special Asst. 89 Washington Avenue Albany, NY 12234 (518) 474 3817 ext 260 http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/




http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/



NORTH CAROLINA


Physician Assistant License Description: Physician Assistants Perform Medical Acts, Tasks, Or Functions Under The Supervision Of A Physician. Physician Assistants (Pa) Are Authorized To Write Prescriptions For Drug Compounds, Dispense Drugs And Other Medications, And Perform Tests And Treatments In Hospitals, Clinics, Nursing Homes, And Other Health Facilities. They Perform Routine, Time-Consuming Medical Tasks Normally Carried Out By A Physician. Licensing Agency: NC Medical Board (Occupational License's) P.O. Box 20007 Raleigh, NC 27619 (919) 326 1109 ext 248 [email protected] https://www.ncmedboard.org/licensure/licensing




https://www.ncmedboard.org/licensure/licensing



NORTH DAKOTA


Physician Assistants License Description: Application Fee: $50 + $40 for background check; Initial/Renewal Fee: $55 online renewal/$75 paper renewal; Due Date: December 31st. License information is meant as a guide. Please check with licensing authority for the latest or additional requirements. Licensing Agency: ND Board of Medicine 418 East Broadway Avenue Suite 12 Bismarck, ND 58501 (701) 328 6500 http://www.ndbom.org/




http://www.ndbom.org/



OHIO


Physician Assistant License Description: Please refer to the licensing authority or the Ohio Career Information System (OCIS) at (800) 700-6247 for more information on license requirements. Licensing Agency: State Medical Board of Ohio 77 S. High Street, 17th Floor Columbus, OH 43215-6127 (614) 466 3934 http://www.med.ohio.gov




http://www.med.ohio.gov/



OKLAHOMA


Physician Assistant License Description: JOB DESCRIPTION: A physician assistant provides health care services in any patient setting at the direction and under the supervision of a physician or group of physicians. Licensing Agency: State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision 101 NE 51st St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 962 1400 [email protected] http://www.okmedicalboard.org/




http://www.okmedicalboard.org/



OREGON


Physician Assistant License Description: Physician Assistants (PA) provide medical services under the direction and supervision of a licensed medical or osteopathic physician. Within the physician/physician assistant relationship, physician assistants excercise automomy in medical decision-making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The clinical role of physician assistants invludes primary and specialty care in medcial and surgical practice settings in both urban and rural areas.The scope of practice for licensed physician assistants is documented in an Oregon Medical Board approved Practice Description Form or a Practice Agreement with a supervising physician.The average time to issue a license is 3-5 calendar days after all necessary documents have been submitted. Licensing Agency: Oregon Medical Board 1500 SW First Ave Ste 620 Portland, OR 97201-5847 https://www.oregon.gov/omb/Pages/index.aspx




https://www.oregon.gov/omb/Pages/index.aspx



PENNSYLVANIA


Physician Assistant Certification License Description: Empowers the holder to assist a medical doctor in the provision of medical care and services under the supervision and direction of the registered supervising physician. Licensing Agency: Department of State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs Medicine Board 116 Pine Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 783 1400






RHODE ISLAND


Physician Assistant License Description: Physician assistant provides a broad range of services under the supervision of a licensed physician including management of illnesses, preventive and emergency services and personal and family counseling. Licensing Agency: RI Department of Health Health Professions Regulation 3 Capitol Hill, Room 104 Providence, RI 02908 (401) 222 2828 http://www.health.ri.gov/licenses/




http://www.health.ri.gov/licenses/



SOUTH CAROLINA


Physicians Assistant License Description: Contact licensing agency for more information. Licensing Agency: SC Board of Medical Examiners 110 Centerview Drive Kingstree Bldg. Suite 202, PO Box 11289 Columbia, SC 29211-1289 (803) 896 4500 [email protected] http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Medical/




http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Medical/



SOUTH DAKOTA


Physician Assistant License Description: A health professional who meets the qualifications and is licensed by the board. A physician assistant shall be considered an agent of the supervising physician in the performance of all practice-related activities. Licensing Agency: South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners 101 N Main Ave Ste 301 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (605) 367 7781 [email protected] http://www.sdbmoe.gov/




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TENNESSEE


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS License Description: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS Physician Assistants provide patient services under the written protocol and responsibility of a doctor of medicine or osteopathy; can elicit detailed patient histories and do complete physical examinations; can reach tentative diagnoses and order appropriate laboratory tests; and initiate appropriate treatment using protocol. A physician's assistant may qualify for limited authority to write prescriptions. A license is required for performance of duties under the provision of the applicable law. Can use designation PA or Physician Assistant. REQUIREMENTS: The applicant must submit evidence of good moral character, and that he or she has met the educational and examination requirements. In addition, the applicant must designate a primary supervising physician. Temporary licenses are issued to applicants who have completed the educational requirement or are licensed in another state under certain restrictions. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: For new licenses, graduation from an accredited physician assistant training program is required. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Examination of the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). CONTINUING EDUCATION: Biannual completion of 100 hours of continuing medical education in courses approved by the licensing authority. Contact the license authority for specific requirements. RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS: Every two years contingent on meeting continuing education requirements. Licensing Agency: Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards Committee on Physician Assistants 665 Mainstream Drive 2nd floor Nashville, TN 37243 (615) 532 4384

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TEXAS


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: JOB DESCRIPTION Physician Assistants are health care professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. As a part of their comprehensive responsibilities, PAÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s may obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, order and/or perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, formulate a working diagnosis, develop and implement a treatment plan, monitor the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, assist at surgery, offer counseling and education to meet patient needs and make appropriate referrals. They may request, receive and sign for the receipt of pharmaceutical sample prescription medications and distribute the samples to patients in a specific practice setting where the PA is authorized to prescribe pharmaceutical medications and sign prescription drug orders at a site, as provided by the Medical Practice Act. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS * Mentally and physically able to function safely * Good moral character * Specialized education and training * Criminal background check and fingerprinting Examination * National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Examination (NCCPA) * Written or oral exams or personal interviews may be required * Texas Jurisprudence Restrictions on Licensing * Fraud in obtaining or using a license * Violation of the Physician Assistant Licensing Act * Conviction of a felony * Habitual use of drugs or alcohol * Incompetence * Committed an act of moral turpitude Approximate Fees Physician Assistants * $220 License * $220 Reissuance of license following revocation * $107 Temporary license Registration Permits * $272.50 Initial annual permit * $268.50 Subsequent annual permit EDUCATION/TRAINING * Graduation from accredited PA program and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification * Continuing Medical Education (CME) is a prerequisite to the annual renewal, 40 hours each year Licensing Agency: Texas Physician Assistant Board PO Box 2018 Austin, TX 78768 (512) 305 7010






UTAH


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: A physician assistant diagnoses, treats, advises, and prescribes for human diseases or injuries under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with a utilization plan. Licensing Agency: Utah Department of Commerece Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing 160 East 300 South, PO Box 146741 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741 (801) 530 6628 [email protected] https://dopl.utah.gov/




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VERMONT


Physician Assistant License Description: Provides medical services typically performed by a physician, under the direction and supervision of a Vermont licensed physician. Licensing Agency: Vermont Department of Health Board of Medical Practice 108 Cherry Street Burlington, VT 05402 (802) 657 4220 [email protected] http://www.healthvermont.gov/systems/medical-practice-board




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VIRGINIA


Physician Assistant License Description: General requirements. A. No person shall practice as a physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia except as provided in this chapter. B. All services rendered by a physician assistant shall be performed only under the continuous supervision of a doctor of medicine, osteopathy, or podiatry licensed by this board to practice in the Commonwealth. Licensure: entry requirements and application. The applicant seeking licensure as a physician assistant shall submit: 1. A completed application and fee as prescribed by the board. 2. Documentation of successful completion of an educational program as prescribed in 54.1-2951.1 of the Code of Virginia. 3. Documentation of passage of the certifying examination administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 4. Documentation that the applicant has not had a license or certification as a physician assistant suspended or revoked and is not the subject of any disciplinary proceedings in another jurisdiction. Licensing Agency: Department of Health Professions Board of Medicine 6606 West Broad Street, 4th Floor Richmond, VA 23230-1717 (804) 662 9908






WASHINGTON


Physician Assistant License Description: Individuals must have a physican assistant degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education for the Physician Assistant or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, successful completion of the national examination given by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. The individual must be of good moral character. Individuals must submit the required application and pay the required fee. Licensing Agency: Department of Health 101 Israel Rd SE Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 236 4700 [email protected] http://www.doh.wa.gov




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WEST VIRGINIA


Physician Assistant License Description: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT: Provides services under direct supervision and responsibility of doctor of medicine or osteopathy. Elicits detailed patient histories and does complete physical examinations. Reaches tentative diagnosis and orders appropriate laboratory tests. Councils patient and family on health and disease. Sutures minor wounds, assists in surgery, applies and removes cast and traction apparatus, and performs other therapeutic procedures. DOT CODE: 079.364-018 OES CODE: 32511 SOC CODE: 3040 CIP CODE: 510807 LICENSING AUTHORITY:EXAMINATION AND FEES: WV Board of Medicine--Application: $100 101 Dee Drive--Renewal: $50 biennial Charleston, WV 25311 LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: --Proof of graduation from an approved program of instruction in primary health care or surgery. --Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Primary Care Physician Assistants and evidence of current certification. --Good moral character. Licensing Agency: West Virginia Board of Medicine 101 Dee Drive Charleston, WV 25311






WISCONSIN


PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT License Description: A physician assistant is an individual licensed by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board to perform patient services under the supervision and direction of a licensed physician. A physician assistant's practice may not exceed his or her educational training or experience and may not exceed the scope of practice of the supervising physician. For a list of patient services a physician assistant may provide see Med 8.07(2), Wis. Admin. Code. No person may designate himself or herself as a "physician assistant" or use or assume the title "physician assistant" or append to the person's name the words or letters "physician assistant" or "P.A." or any other titles, letters or designation which represents or may tend to represent the person as a physician assistant unless licensed as a physician assistant by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. Licensing Agency: WI Department of Safety and Professional Services Medical Examining Board 1400 E. Washington Ave., P.O. Box 8935 Madison, WI 53708-8935 (608) 266 2112 [email protected] https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/Default.aspx




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WYOMING


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT License Description: "PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS SOC Code 29-1071 Entry Salary $44.94/hr Average Salary $53.77/hr Job Description Physician Assistants, under the supervision of a licensed Physician, assist in the practice of medicine. Requirements 1.Graduate from a Physician Assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). 2.Satisfactorily complete a proficiency examination approved by the Board. 3.Satisfactorily complete a certification examination administered by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). 4.Complete an application including the supervising Physician application. 5.Provide a written description of relationship with supervising Physician. 6.Appear for a personal interview before the Advisory Council of Physician Assistants. Restrictions Conviction of a felony. Drug and/or alcohol abuse. Dishonesty, fraud or gross negligence. Fraud or deceit. Manifest incapacity to practice. School Located in Wyoming There are no Physician Assistant training programs in Wyoming. License Physician Assistants must be licensed by the Board of Medicine to work in Wyoming. Examination Interviews before the Board occur in January, April, July, and October. Fees Application Fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$250.00 Annual Renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00 Application for temporary license pending review of licensure application at next Board meeting . . . . . . . . . .$100.00 Licensing Agency Jessica Jones, Physicians Assistant Licensing Manager Board of Medicine 130 Hobbs Avenue, Ste. A Cheyenne, WY 82002 Phone: (307) 778-7053 Fax: (307) 778-2069 http://wyomedboard.state.wy.us/ Additional Sources of Information Wyoming Association of Physician Assistants P.O. Box 4009 Cheyenne, WY 82002 Phone: (307) 635-2424 http://www.wapa.net/ American Academy of Physician Assistants 2318 Mill Road, Ste. 1300 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 836-2272 http://www.aapa.org National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants 12000 Findley Road, Ste. 100 Johns Creek, GA 30097-1409 Phone: (678) 417-8100 http://www.nccpa.net/ Occupational Outlook Handbook: ""Physician Assistants "" http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physician-assistants.htm Last updated May 2017 " Licensing Agency: BOARD OF MEDICINE MARY CATELLIER, OPERATIONS MANAGER 130 HOBBS AVENUE, STE. A CHEYENNE, WY 82002 (307) 778 7053 [email protected] http://wyomedboard.state.wy.us/

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