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Bill would add $70 surcharge for certified anesthesiologist assistants to access physician health program
Washington State House Health Care & Wellness Committee · February 20, 2026
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Summary
Senate Bill 5877 would add a $70 license surcharge for certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs) to enable participation in the Washington Physicians Health Program and access HEALWA educational resources; sponsors described it as a technical fix following CAA licensure in 2024.
Committee staff summarized Senate Bill 5877, explaining the measure adds a $70 surcharge at license issuance/renewal for certified anesthesiologist assistants so they can participate in the Washington Physicians Health Program (WPHP) and access HEALWA clinical resources.
Sen. Ron Mizal, prime…
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