The article outlines the arguments made by physicians and physician organizations which have challenged the opt-outs and the case made by CRNAs, nurse anesthetist organizations and governors for why the opt-out benefits facilities while not putting patients at risk.
To date, 16 states have opted out of the federal rule.
Read the American Medical News column about anesthesia provision.
Read more about the debate over the provision of anesthesia:
– 16 States That Have Opted Out of Physician Supervision of Anesthesia Rule
– 5 Thoughts on the Physician Supervision of Anesthesia Rule From ASA President Dr. Mark Warner
