News & Knowledge Advanced Practice Provider Toolkit: Virginia Introduction Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) such as Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) are professionals trained, certified, and licensed to perform such functions as history taking, physical examination, diagnosis, and treatment of commonly encountered medical problems. NPs engage in the practice of medicine in collaboration and consultation with a licensed physician as outlined in their practice agreement, and may under certain conditions, practice independently. Their practice in Virginia is regulated by the Board of Nursing and the Board of Medicine under a Committee of the Joint Boards. PAs in Virginia practice as part of a patient care team within the parameters of a written or electronic practice agreement… Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post Curi’s risk mitigation resources and guidance are offered for educational and informational purposes only. This information is not medical or legal advice, does not replace independent professional judgment, does not constitute an endorsement of any kind, should not be deemed authoritative, and does not establish a standard of care in clinical settings or in courts of law. If you need legal advice, you should consult your independent/corporate counsel. We have found that using risk mitigation efforts can reduce malpractice risk; however, we do not make any guarantees that following these risk recommendations will prevent a complaint, claim, or suit from occurring, or mitigate the outcome(s) associated with any of them. READ NEXT April 5, 2024Advanced Practice Providers (APP) Onboarding Advanced Practices Providers to Enhance Care and Reduce Risk Given the current physician shortage, advanced practice providers (APPs), including NPs and PAs, have become increasingly crucial in providing access to medical care. This webinar discusses establishing a comprehensive APP onboarding process to enhance care and reduce risk. Read more July 24, 2023July 24, 2023Advanced Practice Providers (APP) Advanced Practice Provider Toolkits Advanced Practice Providers (APP) such as Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are professionals trained, certified, and licensed to perform such functions as physical examination,… Read more September 1, 2022April 11, 2023Advanced Practice Providers (APP) | Toolkits Advanced Practice Provider Toolkit: Kentucky Introduction Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) such as Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) are professionals trained, certified, and licensed to perform such functions as history… Read more