FAQ

Welcome to our frequently asked questions page. You may find answers to many common questions here. For many of these questions, we refer you to the American Academy of Physician Assistants. If you do not find the answer to your questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

General Practice Issues

• What is a PA?
• What is the Physician-PA team all about? (pdf format)
• What is the history of the profession, and where is it going?
• What is a PA's scope of practice?
• How do PAs fare on malpractice issues?
• How can PAs be utilized hospital practice?
• Is there an Employer's guide for hiring and supervising PA's?

Reimbursement Issues

• What about PAs and reimbursement?
• What about third party reimbursement?

Legal Issues

• What are the state laws regulating PAs in Utah?
• Who is the PA regulatory authority in Utah?

PAs and Specialty Practice

• What about PA's in specialty practice?