Temporary nationwide suspension of CRNA physician supervision requirement effective immediately

"The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is temporarily removing regulatory requirements to give hospitals a greater ability to treat an influx of patients with COVID-19 while also treating those needing other care. The changes apply immediately for the duration of the emergency declaration. ... CMS is waiving the requirements that a certified registered nurse anesthetist is under the supervision of a physician. This will allow CRNAs to function to the fullest extent allowed by the... Temporary nationwide suspension of CRNA physician supervision requirement effective immediately
Source: Student Doctor Network - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums