Scope Of Practice

(1) An orthopedic physician assistant who holds state licensure in accordance with T.C.A. § 63- 19-202 may provide selected medical/surgical services only within specialty of orthopedic medicine, as outlined in a written protocol according to T.C.A. § 63-19-204, and when such services are within his skills. The services delegated to the orthopedic physician assistant must form a usual component of the supervising orthopedic physician’s scope of practice. Services rendered by the orthopedic physician assistant must be provided under the supervision, direction, and ultimate responsibility of a licensed orthopedic physician accountable to the Board of Medical Examiners or the Board of Osteopathic Examination.