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The MSV blog shares updates from physicians, MSV staff, and other partners regarding the practice of medicine in Virginia.
The information contained in this blog is for educational purposes only and does not constitute health care advice.
The MSV blog shares updates from physicians, MSV staff, and other partners regarding the practice of medicine in Virginia.
The information contained in this blog is for educational purposes only and does not constitute health care advice.
Governor Northam Extends Ban on Elective Surgeries, Closure of DMV Offices
Governor Ralph Northam today extended the current ban on elective surgeries by one week, until May 1, and the closure of Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) public-facing offices by two weeks, until May 11.
Executive Order 57 – Licensing Of Health Care Professionals In Response To Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Rather than help and work with Virginia’s physicians and PAs, Governor Northam’s new executive order (EO 57) encourages the use of out of state providers and needlessly waives the statutory requirement for many nurse practitioners (other than CRNAs) to have a practice agreement with their patient care team physician during the scope of the disaster.
Health Care Provider Community request for Governor Northam to issue an Executive Order on Liability Protections
Dear Governor Northam: The undersigned organizations sincerely thank you for your unwavering support for our health care system and its physicians, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and other health care workers who are making tremendous sacrifices as part of the Commonwealth’s emergency response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.