The bill proposes an amendment to the composition of the Arkansas Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board to include physician assistants as eligible members. Specifically, it modifies the existing law to replace the requirement for "either physicians" with "physicians, physician assistants," or advanced practice registered nurses, ensuring a broader representation of healthcare professionals on the board.

This change aims to enhance the board's expertise and perspectives by incorporating physician assistants, who play a significant role in patient care and medication management. The amendment maintains the requirement that all appointed individuals must be licensed and practicing in Arkansas and currently treating rare diseases or conditions.

Statutes affected:
SB 187: 20-77-143(c)