SB 752 – Allows certain assistant physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physician assistants to prescribe all Schedule II medications

• Sponsor: Munzlinger
• LR Number: 4744S.01I
• Committee: Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections
• Last Action: 1/11/2016 - Second Read and Referred S Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections Committee
• Journal Page: S99
• Effective Date: August 28, 2016

Current Bill Summary

SB 752 - Under current law, certain assistant physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physicians assistants can prescribe Schedule II medications which contain hydrocodone. Schedule II - hydrocodone prescriptions are limited to a five-day supply without refill. This act provides that these medical professionals can prescribe all Schedule II prescriptions, which shall be limited to a five-day supply without refill.

This act is identical to HB 1775 (2016).

JESSI BAKER