This bill amends the Physician Assistant Act in Oklahoma, specifically focusing on the licensing, supervision, and practice agreements for physician assistants. It establishes that a physician assistant (PA) with at least 6,240 hours of postgraduate clinical practice experience is not required to practice under the supervision of a delegating physician, provided they report their hours to the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. The bill also mandates that the Board maintain an updated list of PAs who meet this requirement and allows for electronic filing of reports without fees. Additionally, it clarifies that while a practice agreement is not mandatory for experienced PAs, they may still choose to maintain one.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding malpractice insurance requirements for PAs. It stipulates that PAs not practicing under a practice agreement must carry malpractice insurance or demonstrate financial responsibility, with specific coverage amounts outlined. A new insertion specifies that PAs employed by state agencies or facilities covered by The Governmental Tort Claims Act are deemed compliant with these insurance requirements while practicing under state employment. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.

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Introduced: 59-519.6