I am writing to amend 18VAC85-50-160(A) to remove the requirement that a physician’s name be included on any prescription for Schedule II-V drugs prescribed by a PA.

This requirement causes both delays in patients getting necessary medications and places undue burden on other members of the healthcare team, such as physicians. In a time where access to healthcare is challenging paired with a growing national physician shortage, we need to adjust how we deliver health care and requirements to fit the needs of our patients! 

Thank you for your consideration!