Three Things You Need to Know:
1) We are looking for a Clinical Health Care Investigator. June 13th is the deadline to apply, Learn More.
2) WMC offices will be closed on June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
3) New wildfire smoke rules, effective January 15, 2024 are now in place to protect the health of workers who are exposed to the small particles contained in wildfire smoke. More Information
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QUICK FACT
The interested parties policy meeting is a time for anyone to join the WMC in updating existing and crafting new policies. The next meeting will be held on June 6, 2024 from 10:00am to 11:00am. The topics discussed and more information can be found here.
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New laws for Physician Assistants in 2024
During the legislative session, Washington passed two bills that impact how PAs are licensed and practicing in the state. House Bill 1917 creates the Physician Assistant Compact, which allows licensed PAs to practice across state lines under a compact privilege. As of May 20, Colorado became the 10th participating state. Additionally, House Bill 2041 establishes collaborative practice for experienced PAs and allows PAs to enter collaborative agreements with their employers. PA’s no longer need a practice agreement filed with the WMC. To learn more and ask questions, join the WMC/WAPA co-hosted presentation: Physician Assistant Compact and Practice Act: Changes for 2024.
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Physicians & PA Opioid Prescribing Rules Workshop
The WMC is considering amending the opioid rules sections to modernize the language, add clarity, and bring the rules more in line with current practice. In response to the filing, the WMC will conduct an open public rules workshop on Tuesday, June 4,2024, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Registration and more information can be found here.
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Naloxone Standing Order
The Washington State Chief Science Officer signed an updated standing order to dispense naloxone. Eligible persons and entities include persons at risk of experiencing an opioid‐related overdose or persons or entities in a position to aid persons experiencing an opioid‐related overdose. This includes anyone who may witness an opioid overdose and understands the instructions for use. This standing order shall be considered a naloxone prescription for an eligible person or entity.
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Establishing the Use of Nitrous Oxide in Office-Based Surgical Settings
The WMC filed a CR-101, Preproposal Statement of Inquiry, to establish the use of nitrous oxide in office-based surgical settings. Additionally, the commission is considering adding a new subsection to further address the use of nitrous oxide in such settings. More information and public comment.
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Important update from DOH WHALES team for death registration system
DOH still has many providers that have not enrolled for WHALES Death Registration system yet. If you are involved in patient care and may have to complete a death report, you cannot access EDRS. You MUST have a WHALES Death Registration account. Enrollment is a multi-step process, which means the time to sign up is NOW before you have a death to report. This will result in a quicker death registration process for all involved. More Information
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Regarding tax exemptions for medical cannabis patients
This year, the legislature passed HB 1453, which grants a tax exemption for medical cannabis patients who are registered in the Department of Health (DOH) Medical Cannabis Registry. We anticipate an increase in prospective patients reaching out to healthcare providers (HCPs) who are permitted to authorize the medical use of cannabis. Due to this change, we would like to remind you of the laws you must follow when authorizing a medical cannabis patient. Learn More
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