Amends TCA Title 24; Title 29, Chapter 26 and Title 50, Chapter 6.
Tennessee SB2048 amends existing statutes to allow licensed nurse practitioners and licensed physician assistants, who meet the qualifications of an expert witness, to testify regarding specific medical findings in certain civil actions. This bill affects the legal proceedings involving medical testimony and expands the pool of qualified medical professionals who can provide expert opinions in court. Key provisions include the establishment of criteria for nurse practitioners and physician assistants to serve as expert witnesses in civil cases.
Tennessee SB2048 amends existing statutes to allow licensed nurse practitioners and licensed physician assistants, who meet the qualifications of an expert witness, to testify regarding specific medical findings in certain civil actions. This bill affects the legal proceedings involving medical testimony and expands the pool of qualified medical professionals who can provide expert opinions in court. Key provisions include the establishment of criteria for nurse practitioners and physician assistants to serve as expert witnesses in civil cases.
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