This bill amends Tennessee law to allow licensed psychologists to prescribe medications for behavioral health and mental disorders.
The bill amends Tennessee law to allow licensed psychologists to prescribe medications for the treatment of behavioral health and mental disorders. It defines "prescribing psychologist" as a licensed, doctoral-level psychologist who has completed additional requirements for a certificate to prescribe medication. The bill outlines the process for obtaining and renewing a certificate to prescribe, including education, training, and examination requirements. It also specifies the scope of practice for prescribing psychologists, including restrictions on prescribing narcotics and opiates.
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