http://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians.aspxLearn more about laws and regulations relating to the practice of medicine that are already on the books.Copyright 2008en-usMon, 06 Oct 2008 14:00:25 GMT1http://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Renewalnotice.aspxNotices for license renewal are in the mail and should arrive in physicians' mailboxes soon. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:28:00 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Mandatoryreporting.aspxHealth care providers who treat a pregnant child or a child with a sexually transmitted disease must report the incident to police. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:33:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Infectionplans.aspxThe Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority (PSA) has developed recommendations for infection control plans mandated under Act 52 of 2007. Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:18:20 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Licenserenewal.aspxThe State Society offers help with common license renewal questions.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:36:15 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Act52.aspxSeveral members of the Pennsylvania Medical Society will be serving on an expert panel to help implement a new law aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections.Mon, 01 Oct 2007 16:20:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/GFR.aspxA law passed in 2006 requires testing laboratories to perform an estimated glomerular filtration rate (GFR) calculation when testing serum creatinine levels on some patients. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:51:56 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Citizenship.aspxWhat your medical practice needs to know about the proof of citizenship and identity regulations for Medicaid patients. Mon, 17 Sep 2007 09:15:01 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society offers information on advance directives and Act 169 of 2006, Pennsylvania's new law governing advance directives.Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:39:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Advancedirectivespoll.aspxA poll by the Pennsylvania Medical Society found that 84 percent of Pennsylvania adults have not prepared an advance health care directive.Thu, 10 Apr 2008 09:18:57 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Act169.aspxAct 169 of 2006 provides greater clarity and protections for patients and physicians.Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:15:43 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Act169facts.aspxGet an overview of Act 169, which governs advance health care directives and health care decision-making for incompetent patients.Mon, 24 Sep 2007 16:51:13 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Advancedirectivesguide.aspxUpdated in September 2007, this is a guide on Act 169 of 2006 for physicians and other health care providers.Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:45:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Decideforyourself.aspxThis 12-page brochure answers your patients' frequently asked questions about end-of-life and other health care planning. Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:02:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/AdvanceDirectives/Advancedirectivesflyer.aspxThis one-page flyer directs your patients to the end-of-life planning resources mentioned above. Make copies of the PDF to hang in your waiting and exam rooms or to give to your patients. Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:53:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs.aspxThese legal briefs were prepared by the Pennsylvania Medical Society's Office of General Counsel.Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:40:08 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Certificateofmeritfine.aspxA Philadelphia judge has sanctioned a plaintiff's attorney and his firm for improperly filing certificates of merit in a medical malpractice case. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:16:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Autoinsuranceinterest.aspxThe Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently ruled in favor of this position advanced by the Pennsylvania Medical Society in an amicus (friend of the court) brief.Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:09:00 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Expertwitness.aspxThe Superior Court upheld the State Society's interpretation of Act 13 expert witness qualifications.Fri, 21 Sep 2007 08:57:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Physicianpatientrelationship.aspxInformation from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on the start, end, scope, and termination of the physician-patient relationship.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 10:47:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Patientrecordsprivacyanddisclosure.aspxInformation from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on retention and disposal of office medical records and medical records requests.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 10:57:33 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Medicalliability.aspxInformation from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on medical liability issues in the commonwealth.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 11:13:29 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/Physicianadvertising.aspxInformation from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on ethical requirements for physician advertising.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 11:17:38 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/LegalBriefs/GuidetoAct13.aspxFind definitions and descriptions of the facilities affected by Act 13, reporting requirements, facility responsibilities, and more.Wed, 29 Aug 2007 11:18:04 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability.aspxFind out how the Pennsylvania Medical Society is working to improve the medical liability environment in the state.Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:37:06 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Workingtogether.aspxTwo high-ranking Senate Republicans and Gov. Ed Rendell's legislative liaison said they are working together to extend Mcare abatement and expand health care coverage for the uninsured.Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:06:34 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Pressconference.aspxHospital staff and physicians gathered in the state Capitol on Sept. 16, 2008, to ask lawmakers to preserve access to health care in Pennsylvania by passing Mcare relief legislation. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:27:45 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcarenow.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has launched a campaign to get Mcare abatement, phase-out, and retirement legislation passed by the General Assembly.Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:36:18 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/ProMutual.aspxProMutual Group has dropped its medical liability insurance rates for Pennsylvania physicians by 6 percent.Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:05:38 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Lundletter.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society will continue to work for Mcare abatement and phase-out in the fall.Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:05:11 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/SB1372.aspxTwo more bills that would have extended Mcare abatement were left hanging when the General Assembly left for the summer on July 4, 2008.Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:03:48 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Hometownvisits.aspxNumerous Pennsylvania Medical Society members visited their legislators in their local offices on June 5 and 6.Tue, 06 May 2008 15:25:36 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcarehearing.aspxMembers of the Pennsylvania medical community asked the Senate's Banking and Insurance Committee on June 3, 2008, to separately consider Mcare abatement extension and phase-out and a plan to expand health insurance coverage to the uninsured. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:36:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Specialtyletter.aspxMore than 20 specialty organizations and the Pennsylvania Medical Society have signed on to a letter detailing their concerns about a bill Fri, 23 May 2008 09:48:20 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcarework.aspxPennsylvania Medical Society leaders and executives continue to meet with legislators and the Rendell administration on proposals addressing Mcare and health insurance coverage for the uninsured.Fri, 16 May 2008 16:05:28 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcaretalkingpoints.aspxWhen talking to your legislators, explain how Mcare abatement and phase-out will affect your practice of medicine and access to care for your patients—their constituents. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:22:14 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcaretimeline.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has been working for passage of legislation to extend Mcare abatement for many monthsMon, 11 Feb 2008 13:30:39 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcarehistory.aspxThe struggle in Harrisburg to extend Mcare abatement for 2008 began in the fall of 2007 and has lasted well into 2008. Mon, 05 May 2008 11:20:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/TemporaryRetirement.aspxIf Mcare abatement is not enacted, or if the Mcare assessment is not suspended, some physicians may consider temporarily retiring rather than paying the Mcare assessment.Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:47:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Liabilitycasedrop.aspxA drop in medical liability cases demonstrates that tort reform can work-although it is clear that there is still work to be done.Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:36:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Reformplan.aspxThe House of Representatives has passed a plan that would extend Mcare abatement, phase out the Mcare fund, and expand state-subsidized health care. The Pennsylvania Medical Society has some concerns with the plan, which now goes before the Senate. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:19:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcarestatement.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has developed a three-point plan address Mcare abatement and health care reform efforts.Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:46:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Mcare.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society examines the essentials of Mcare.Wed, 21 Nov 2007 09:57:49 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Medicalliabilityspeech.aspxGovernor contends that Pennsylvania is a "success story" when it comes to medical liability reform.Fri, 26 Oct 2007 11:11:56 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/RRGIncreases.aspxThe number of physicians and hospitals insured by risk retention groups (RRGs) has increased to 30 percent of the state insurance market, according to the state Insurance Department.Fri, 24 Aug 2007 11:08:19 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Liabilityawards.aspxSupreme Court denies plaintiff permission to appeal decision. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:59:45 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Certificateofmerit.aspxThe Pennsylvania Supreme Court, ruling in Womer v. Hilliker, says plaintiffs must meet Certificate of Merit time requirements and file required certifications if they want a medical liability case to continue. The Pennsylvania Medical Society was a key participant in the case. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:51:32 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Disruption.aspxTen-year study suggests high turnover among state specialists. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:26:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Financialdiscovery.aspxThe Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently issued an opinion in "Cooper v. Schoffstall," which may affect physicians who serve as expert witnesses for plaintiffs or defendants in personal injury actions. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:15:58 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Lawsuitprotection.aspxThis publication is designed to be an instructional tool for physicians so that they can have a more informed discussion with their legal/financial advisors.Thu, 17 Jan 2008 09:53:20 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/OccurencevClaimsMade.aspxBecause insurers are increasingly requiring or allowing an option of claims-made coverage, physicians need to understand the ramifications of a switch to claims-made. This publication specifies the differences between occurrence vs. claims-made medical professional liability policies including tail coverage.Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:03:05 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Expertwitness.aspxA recent state Superior Court case challenged expert witness qualifications for providing testimony in medical malpractice cases. Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:59:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Bifurcation.aspxWhether a request for bifurcation is a good defense strategy will vary from case to case. However, because of the potential benefits, physicians sued for medical professional liability should discuss this option with their defense counsels.Thu, 13 Sep 2007 16:17:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Plaintiffattorneys.aspxThis legal brief discusses the law governing when an out-of-state attorney may represent a plaintiff or defendant in a Pennsylvania judicial proceeding. Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:40:04 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Selfreporting.aspxA summary of the self-reporting requirements of the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act or Act 13 of 2002. Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:23:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Medicalliabilitytimeline.aspxBasic changes enacted in 1996 through Act 135 have paved the way for more recent improvements to Pennsylvania's tort law. Thu, 13 Sep 2007 09:18:04 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Arbitration.aspxAs the medical liability crisis worsens, more health care providers are turning to private arbitration to avoid the inefficiencies and unfairness of the current legal system. This paper focuses on private arbitration outside the judicial system that takes place pursuant to the voluntary agreement of the parties. Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:11:06 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Liabilityfacts.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has compiled information on medical liability in the commonwealth.Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:43:44 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Insuranceoptions.aspxInformation for members discussing the basic types of insurance companies and insurance coverages, as well as regulatory protections and questions to ask when evaluating an insurer. Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:25:11 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Act13PDF.aspxAdobe PDF printable document summarizing reforms brought about by the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act (Act 13). Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:20:02 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Act13benefits.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society provides an overview of the benefits of Act 13.Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:45:25 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Licensingresources.aspxThis book gives overview of the applicable law and standard practices regarding physician licensing investigations and prosecutions and the Mcare licensing reforms.Thu, 06 Sep 2007 10:34:53 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Licensinginvestigationaction.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has concerns about physician licensing investigations and prosecutions problems that could slow the resolution of cases where remedial measures are needed.Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:43:12 GMThttp://www.mcare.state.pa.us/mclf/site/default.aspIn accordance with Section 711 of Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department conducted a study to determine whether sufficient "additional basic insurance capacity" in the medical malpractice insurance marketplace exists to allow a step-up of the statutorily based limit in 2008.Fri, 24 Aug 2007 11:32:12 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/GuidetoAct13.aspxFind definitions and descriptions of the facilities affected by Act 13, reporting requirements, facility responsibilities, and more.Wed, 29 Aug 2007 11:18:04 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Act13FAQ.aspxThe physician self-reporting provision of Act 13 requires physicians to self-report notices of lawsuits, disciplinary actions, and other occurences. Find answers to your questions here.Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:26:06 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/MedicalLiability/Seriousincidentprotocol.aspxThe State Society has compiled list of things to keep in mind when informing patients of serious events or incidents.Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:07:51 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations.aspxInformation on regulations that the Pennsylvania Medical Society has followed them through the regulatory process.Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:34:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Signatures.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Health will now allow electronic physician signatures on death certificates. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:38:26 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/RNCE.aspxRegistered nurses will need 30 hours of Board-approved continuing education activities prior to renewing their licenses on either Oct. 31, 2010, or April 30, 2011.Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:42:17 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Maintaininglicense.aspxLearn how to make sure your medical license is renewed and current.Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:41:48 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Settingrecord.aspxFrom ownership rights to copying fees, Setting the Record Straight will help you make sure you're handling these vital documents appropriately and legally.Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:21:06 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Physicianreporting.aspxThis publication includes visual standards, epilepsy and other physical and medical standards for drivers of motor vehicles and information on provider liability and patient confidentialityThu, 10 Jan 2008 15:21:37 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Practiceguidelines.aspxA resource for physician practices to understand licensure, scope of practice, and reimbursement rules and guidelines for these positions.Tue, 08 Jan 2008 13:31:43 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Multipleprescriptions.aspxA new DEA regulation allows physicians to write a patient multiple prescriptions-to be filled sequentially-for the same Schedule II controlled substance. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:26:56 GMThttp://www.pacode.com/secure/data/034/chapter127/chap127toc.htmlRegulations implementing the Workers' Compensation Act relating to payments for medical treatment by insurers or self-insured employers and the review of medical treatment of employees with work-related injuries and illnesses.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:21:58 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Act68.aspxAct 68 requires health insurers to remit payment for clean claims within 45 days of receipt.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:51:14 GMThttp://www.pacode.com/secure/data/028/chapter23/subchapCtoc.htmlState regulation listing the immunization requirements of children entering and attending schools in the commonwealth.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:40:23 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Newbornscreening.aspxSome newborn diseases must be reported to the state.Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:35:35 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/LicensureRegulations.aspxLinks to MD and DO licensure regulations from the State Board of Medicine and the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:13:51 GMThttp://www.pacode.com/secure/data/028/chapter7/chap7toc.htmlA community-based, nonprofit corporation that provides preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and basic emergency health services by licensed practitioners to patients who may require a variety of medical services can apply to the Department of Health to become designated as a primary health center if it meets the minimum standards outlined in the regulations.Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:18:22 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/RegulatoryReview.aspxThe regulatory review process is lengthy and complex.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 10:04:33 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/DEARequirements.aspxThe Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) amended registration regulations require physicians who practice in more than one state to obtain a separate DEA registration for each state.Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:39:57 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Controlledsubstances.aspxThis proposed rule would allow physicians to issue multiple Schedule II prescriptions during single office visit. Tue, 21 Aug 2007 10:16:12 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Act6.aspxA concise run-down of the steps you need to take to get appropriately reimbursed for care of patients injured in a motor vehicle accident.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 09:54:38 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Regulations/Reportablediseases.aspxThis publication includes lists of reportable diseases, how and where to report, confidentiality rules, and penalties for failing to report.Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:25:01 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope.aspxIn the summer of 2007, a series of bills affecting scope of practice of various allied health professionals was signed into law. Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:34:51 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/PAscope.aspxA new law has expanded the scope of practice of physician assistants (PAs).Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:25:49 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/IDbadge.aspxTwo bills introduced in the state General Assembly would require health care providers to wear identification badges.Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:32:37 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Nursemidwiferegs.aspxProposed regulations would allow nurse midwives to prescribe drugs, but do not expand the midwives' scope of practice beyond the intent of state law.Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:54:32 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Scopeaction.aspxThe State Society soon will need physician responses to proposed draft regulations expanding scope of practice of certified registered nurse practitioners.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 15:04:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Regulatoryprocess.aspxThis outline takes a brief look at the regulatory review process.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:23:53 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Scoperegulations.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society is concerned about where proposed changes in CRNP scope of practice could go during the regulatory process.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:19:09 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Scopesigning.aspxThe Governor has signed five scope of practice bills, which had been unanimously approved by the General Assembly. Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:47:17 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/CRNPoverview.aspxThe State Society gives an overview of the CRNP law.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:35:13 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/SOPTimeline.aspxIt's been a long road for the scope of practice legislation-nearly 10 years. This timeline shows the path of the scope of practice measures for certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs). Thu, 25 Oct 2007 09:42:09 GMThttp://www.pacode.com/secure/data/049/chapter18/subchapCtoc.htmlTitle 49, Subchapter C of the Pennsylvania Code includes amendments to regulations governing CRNPs.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:25:46 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/DOcollaboration.aspxThanks to a recent ruling, osteopathic physicians (DOs) can now enter into collaborative agreements that allow certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) to prescribe medications.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 09:41:45 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Delegation.aspxLearn about the conditions a medical doctor must meet to delegate to a health care practitioner or technician.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:40:22 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/LawsAffectingPhysicians/Scope/Webinar.aspxThis webinar focuses on rules and reimbursement for mid-level practioners.Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:20:09 GMT