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HB 963 Spotlight: Removing Outdated Language on Physician Liability, Direction, and Control of PAs
Outdated terms in Ohio law misrepresent how PAs and physicians practice together. HB 963 would remove language on physician liability, direction, and control of PAs, along with “physician-delegated” prescriptive authority, recognizing that PAs are responsible for their own actions and prescribe as a function of their state license. The change aligns Ohio law with modern team-based care. Featuring quotes and stories from real Ohio PAs, this article is part of an ongoing series exploring the 14 actions within HB 963 that will modernize PA practice in Ohio.
SMBO Updates PA License Application and Renewal Questions
The State Medical Board of Ohio has announced several changes to PA initial and renewal license applications, including streamlined questions, consistency between application types, and a question about the percentage of practice that is telehealth. There is also a new question regarding supervision agreements that will require an upload of a list of providers and practice locations, except for agreements within a hospital setting.
Call for Speakers: Pharmacology Education for Ohio PAs
OAPA is now accepting speaker submissions for the 2027 on-demand pharmacology CME program, offering 12 hours of high-quality, flexible content for Ohio PAs. Share your knowledge with your colleagues while building your resume and enhancing your virtual presentation skills.
HB 963 Spotlight: Eliminating the PA-to-Physician Ratio
Healthcare teams are built around patient needs, yet Ohio law still limits a physician to supervising no more than five PAs at any one time. HB 963 would eliminate the 5:1 PA-to-physician ratio, giving practices and health systems the staffing flexibility to improve access to care, especially in areas with provider shortages. Featuring quotes and stories from real Ohio PAs, this article is part of an ongoing series exploring the 14 actions within HB 963 that will modernize PA practice in Ohio.
Financial Wellness Before PA School: Strategies to Reduce Debt and Build Financial Confidence
Monday, November 9, at 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
PA school is a significant investment in your future, but preparing for that investment involves more than comparing tuition costs. This presentation explores the financial challenges prospective PA students may face and offers practical strategies to reduce borrowing, compare the total cost of PA programs, identify scholarship opportunities, manage living expenses, and understand student loan options.
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OAPA Region 1 Dinner with Axsome
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