Nevada Laws

Direct Dispensing of Controlled Substances Laws

Question:

Are Physician Assistants authorized to directly dispense controlled substances?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 1 section of law
Citation:
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    5.  A physician assistant who:(a) Holds a license from the Board of Medical Examiners; and(b) Is authorized by the Board to possess, administer, prescribe or dispense controlled substances under the supervision of a physician as required by chapter 630 of NRS.6.  A physician assistant who:(a) Holds a license from the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine; and(b) Is authorized by the Board to possess, administer, prescribe or dispense controlled substances under the supervision of an osteopathic physician as required by chapter 633 of NRS. see full law