The bill amends the Public Health Code of Michigan to enhance the regulation of controlled substances and improve patient care. It allows licensed prescribers to administer or dispense controlled substances from schedules 2 to 5 without requiring a separate license. Additionally, it mandates that prescribers maintain a bona fide prescriber-patient relationship, provide follow-up care, and document any other controlled substances a patient may be using in their medical records. The bill also introduces new provisions regarding the licensure of certified anesthesiologist assistants, including the establishment of fees and the clarification of definitions related to their practice.

Moreover, the bill outlines specific conditions under which applicants with prior sanctions from other states may obtain licensure, provided the sanctions are not permanent and do not involve patient safety violations. It details the responsibilities of certified anesthesiologist assistants, including their authorized tasks under the supervision of anesthesiologists, and emphasizes the need for proper documentation and monitoring of patient responses to anesthesia. Key provisions also include requirements for anesthesiologists to maintain physical proximity to their assistants and limit the number of assistants supervised concurrently, thereby enhancing the efficiency and safety of anesthesia care.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.7303