Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 18.71A - Physician Assistants.
18.71A.800 - Opioid drug prescribing rules—Adoption.

RCW 18.71A.800
Opioid drug prescribing rules—Adoption.

(1) By January 1, 2019, the commission must adopt rules establishing requirements for prescribing opioid drugs. The rules may contain exemptions based on education, training, amount of opioids prescribed, patient panel, and practice environment.
(2) In developing the rules, the commission must consider the agency medical directors' group and centers for disease control guidelines, and may consult with the department of health, the University of Washington, and the largest professional association of physician assistants in the state.

[ 2017 c 297 § 7.]
NOTES:

Findings—Intent—2017 c 297: See note following RCW 18.22.800.