Code Chapters 1101, 1130, and all applicable MA Bulletins.] Medical record should include sufficient documentation of social worker visits and bereavement counseling notes, as specified in the plan of care
This was not straightforward and took several years to achieve
The program includes initial assessment, body composition measurements, medication education, medical monitoring, bi-monthly follow-ups (in-office or telemedicine), and the medication itself
Texas NP Scope: Strict collaboration required: All NPs must have Prescriptive Authority Agreement with a Texas-licensed physician Agreement must detail prescribing scope, monthly quality reviews, chart audits One physician can supervise up to 7 NP/PA prescribers (non-hospital) Physician Requirements: Corporate Practice of Medicine: Medical decisions must be under physician control Non-physician-owned clinics use MSO model + physician medical director Weight-Loss Prescribing: Texas prohibits Schedule II stimulants (amphetamines) for weight loss Phentermine (Schedule IV) and GLP-1s allowed with proper indication NPs must have explicit authorization in PAA to prescribe weight-loss meds Telehealth: Allowed if standard of care met PMP check required for controlled substances No state prohibition on controlled substance prescribing via telehealth (federal waiver applies) Bottom line: Texas requires tight physician oversight
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