The Graduate Physicians Act establishes a framework for the practice of graduate physicians in Oklahoma, defining their roles, responsibilities, and the necessary collaborative practice arrangements with licensed physicians. The Act outlines the requirements for licensure, including the completion of specific medical examinations and the establishment of a collaborative practice agreement within six months of obtaining licensure. It mandates that graduate physicians must clearly identify themselves as such and prohibits them from practicing without a collaborative arrangement. The collaborating physician is held responsible for supervising the graduate physician's activities and must be board-certified in the relevant specialty.

Additionally, the Act stipulates the rules and regulations that the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision, in consultation with the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners, must promulgate to ensure compliance and protect public safety. It includes provisions for the identification of collaborating physicians, the requirement for both parties to wear identification badges, and the completion of a certification course by the collaborating physician. The Act also specifies that graduate physicians cannot prescribe controlled substances and outlines the necessary documentation and protocols for collaborative practice arrangements. The law is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.