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| Action | Removal of patient care team physician or podiatrist name from prescriptions issued by physician assistants |
| Stage | NOIRA |
| Comment Period | Ends 4/9/2025 |
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I fully support the removal of physician name on schedule II-V drug prescriptions written by Virginia PAs. As highly trained medical professionals, PAs possess the expertise to safely and effectively prescribe these medications within their scope of practice.
Eliminating this requirement will:
1. Enhance Efficiency and Patient Care 2. Expand Access to Care: PAs are essential healthcare providers, particularly in rural and underserved areas. This regulatory change will empower PAs to provide comprehensive care where physician shortages are present.
3. Reduce Administrative Burden: Removing this requirement will alleviate administrative workload, including pharmacy calls, allowing healthcare teams to focus more on patient care. 4. Reduce unnecessary emergency room visits.