Iowa HF2269 changes the title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate" without altering rights, responsibilities, or scope of practice.

Iowa HF2269 mandates the replacement of the title "physician assistant" with "physician associate" in the Iowa Code and administrative rules. The change does not affect the rights, responsibilities, or scope of practice of those licensed under chapter 148C. The bill ensures that entities interacting with individuals using the title "physician associate" can rely on them having the same rights and responsibilities as a physician assistant.

Iowa HF2269 changes the title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate" without altering rights, responsibilities, or scope of practice.

Iowa HF2269 mandates the replacement of the title "physician assistant" with "physician associate" in the Iowa Code and administrative rules. The change does not affect the rights, responsibilities, or scope of practice of those licensed under chapter 148C. The bill ensures that entities interacting with individuals using the title "physician associate" can rely on them having the same rights and responsibilities as a physician assistant.