Here are five ways to lower risk of liability when working with nurse practitioners and physician assistants, according to a Medical Economics report:
1. Thoroughly check the credentials of NPs and PAs you are considering hiring.
2. Ensure that your medical liability insurance covers you for supervising non-physician providers.
3. Create clear scope-of-practice guidelines for NPs and PAs.
4. Monitor and supervise them effectively.
5. Use technology to ensure they are staying within the scope-of-practice guidelines.
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