In Alabama, creating a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) involves a series of essential documents, each serving a distinct purpose in the establishment of a collaborative partnership between Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and physicians. For NPs embarking on this journey, understanding and accessing the right forms is crucial.
Firstly, detailed guidance on completing a CPA in Alabama is available through the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners and Medical Licensure Commission's website, which you can visit here.
In most cases, three documents are required to establish the protocols of the collaborative practice in Alabama.
Templates tailored to various specialties are accessible here.
Template available here.
Template available here.
Yes, Alabama requires that a nurse practitioner must have a collaborative practice agreement with a physician licensed in Alabama. Chapter 610-X-5 Advanced Practice Nursing