Minnesota Laws

Requirements for Licensure and Operations of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Question:

Which medications for opioid use disorder are nurse practitioners authorized to prescribe?

Answer:
  • Buprenorphine
  • Methadone
  • Naltrexone
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    Advanced practice registered nurses are authorized to:(1) diagnose, prescribe, and institute therapy or referrals of patients to health care agencies and providers;(2) prescribe, procure, sign for, record, administer, and dispense over-the-counter, legend, and controlled substances, including sample drugs; and(3) plan and initiate a therapeutic regimen that includes ordering and prescribing durable medical devices and equipment, nutrition, diagnostic services, and supportive services including, but not limited to, home health care, hospice, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.Subd. 7b.Drug Enforcement Administration requirements. see full law
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