MA S1499

Creates a new licensure framework in Massachusetts for anesthesiologist assistants, who assist physicians in providing anesthesia services under direct supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist who must be physically present in the same facility

Requires applicants to graduate from a CAAHEP-accredited program, pass the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants examination, and maintain current certification with continuing education requirements

Grants the Board of Registration in Medicine authority to register, license, discipline, and approve training programs for anesthesiologist assistants, with licenses expiring annually on December 31

Allows temporary licenses valid for up to 1 year for program graduates who have not yet passed the certification examination

Establishes penalties for unlicensed practice of $100-$1,000 fine and/or 30 days to 1 year imprisonment