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SB 998

Physician Assistant and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Services

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alexis Calatayud

Florida bill reduces physician supervision requirements for PAs and APRNs, enabling greater independent clinical practice and prescribing authority.

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 647 (Ch. 2025-50)
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Bill Summary · SB 998

Legislative bill overview

SB 998 expands the scope of practice for Physician Assistants (PAs) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in Florida by reducing regulatory requirements and supervisory restrictions. The bill allows these healthcare providers greater independent authority to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications with fewer oversight requirements from supervising physicians.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects healthcare access and affordability in Florida by enabling mid-level providers to practice more independently, potentially increasing availability of primary care services in underserved areas. It also impacts physician-provider relationships, patient safety oversight mechanisms, and the competitive landscape among healthcare professions in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Physician concerns: Medical associations may oppose reduced supervision requirements, citing patient safety risks and potential erosion of physician authority in clinical decision-making
  • Patient safety accountability: Questions about who bears liability for adverse outcomes when supervision is diminished, and whether current malpractice frameworks adequately protect consumers
  • Scope creep debate: Disagreement over whether PAs and APRNs are adequately trained for truly independent practice versus their current role as supervised providers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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