SB 1029 Summary

• Creates new licensure pathway for certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs) in Michigan, effective 90 days after board rules are promulgated.

• CAAs must complete a graduate-level training program approved by the board, pass an accredited certifying examination, and complete an advanced cardiac life-support course to obtain licensure.

• CAAs may perform extensive anesthesia-related functions including patient history, airway management, anesthetic drug administration, regional anesthesia procedures, and post-anesthesia care, but only under direct supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist.

• Supervising anesthesiologists must remain in physical proximity to the CAA, ensure proper documentation, and cannot supervise more than 4 CAAs concurrently; board shall restrict CAA duties and require continuing education.

• Prohibits use of titles "certified anesthesiologist assistant" and "C.A.A." by unlicensed individuals beginning August 1, 2024; amends controlled substance laws to allow certified anesthesiologist assistants to administer controlled substances under physician supervision.