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Heated debate as committee advances bill to replace 'supervision' with 'consultation' for CRNAs
Summary
House Bill 11‑98, which would change statutory language from 'supervision' to 'in consultation with' for certified registered nurse anesthetists and leave facilities to select anesthesia models, passed the committee after extensive testimony for and against and a roll call.
House Bill 11‑98, presented by Senator (sponsor) and CRNA representatives, seeks to change the Nurse Practice Act language so that CRNAs practice "in consultation with," rather than under "supervision" of a physician. Proponents — including practicing CRNAs and rural hospital administrators — said the change more accurately describes contemporary practice, reduces perceived liability for supervising surgeons and would allow facilities flexibility to choose models that expand access to anesthesia services in rural…
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