MN SF3402

Expands the definition of "medical consultant" for community health boards to include doctors of osteopathic medicine and physician assistants licensed by the Board of Medical Practice, in addition to physicians already permitted under current law

Adds advanced practice registered nurses licensed by the Board of Nursing who are certified as clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners by a national certification organization as eligible medical consultants

Medical consultants must work under written agreement with, be employed by, or contract with a community health board to provide advice, authorize medical procedures through protocols, and coordinate with local practitioners and health care institutions

Effective the day following final enactment