This bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to modernize the practice and regulation of physician assistants in Ohio. It updates the definition of "physician assistant" to reflect their licensing under Chapter 4730 and clarifies supervision requirements, allowing physician assistants to operate under the direct supervision of various healthcare professionals. The bill also introduces provisions for physician assistants to participate in medical procedures, such as examining patients in guardianship cases and being involved in organ donation processes. Additionally, it allows physician assistants to submit Medicaid claims directly, provided they have a valid provider agreement, thereby streamlining healthcare delivery.

Furthermore, the bill repeals outdated sections of the Revised Code and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between physician assistants and supervising physicians, replacing the term "supervising" with "collaborating." It establishes a physician assistant policy committee within the state medical board to review licensing requirements and educational standards. The legislation aims to enhance the roles and responsibilities of physician assistants, ensuring they are recognized as integral members of the healthcare team while maintaining patient safety and professional accountability.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1.64, 2108.16, 2108.61, 2111.031, 2111.49, 2133.211, 2305.51, 2907.13, 3313.7112, 3313.7117, 3705.01, 3705.09, 3705.15, 3705.16, 3705.17, 3705.22, 3705.29, 3705.30, 3705.33, 3705.35, 3705.99, 3715.50, 3719.06, 3719.064, 3727.06, 3727.70, 3728.01, 4723.36, 4725.27, 4725.40, 4725.53, 4725.56, 4725.59, 4729.01, 4729.39, 4730.01, 4730.02, 4730.03, 4730.04, 4730.05, 4730.06, 4730.07, 4730.08, 4730.141, 4730.15, 4730.20, 4730.201, 4730.203, 4730.204, 4730.22, 4730.25, 4730.26, 4730.39, 4730.41, 4730.411, 4730.43, 4730.432, 4730.433, 4730.437, 4730.49, 4730.53, 4730.56, 4731.22, 4731.297, 4731.33, 4761.17, 4765.51, 4773.01, 4773.02, 4773.06, 5122.10, 5164.301, 5903.12, 4730.19, 4730.202, 4730.21, 4730.38, 4730.42, 4730.44