Rule Change Tracker
Use this resource to follow changes to the NCMB’s administrative rules. The table below displays proposed rules and proposed amendments to existing rules.
Rules typically go through numerous revisions before they are finally approved by the NC Rules Review Commission (RRC). The NCMB will periodically update the text posted to reflect revisions. The final text of the rule will be posted pending approval by RRC.
REVIEW/APPROVAL PROCESS:
- The first step in the rules process is publication of the text of the proposed rule in the NC Register (Status = Published)
- The next step is a public hearing to receive written or oral comments on the proposed rule (Status = Public Hearing)
- Once comments are received and reviewed, the NCMB may make revisions to the rule based on feedback. The rule is then submitted to the NC Rules Review Commission for final approval (Status = Submitted to RRC)
- If the rule is approved by RRC, the status will be updated to indicate “Approved.” COMMENTS: If you would like to comment on any of the proposed rules or amendments, you may send written comments via regular mail to Rules Coordinator, NC Medical Board, PO Box 20007, Raleigh, NC 27619 or you may .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) your comments. HEARING LOCATION/TIME: Unless otherwise noted, all public hearings on proposed rules are held at 10 a.m. in the Board Room at the NCMB’s offices at 3127 Smoketree Court, Raleigh, 27604.
Rule | Name | Status | Explanation and Reason |
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21 NCAC 32M .0109 | PRESCRIBING AUTHORITY | Public Hearing 5/15/2110:00 AM |
In addition to technical changes related to wording, amendments to 21 NCAC 32 M .0109 remove the requirements of listing the supervising physician’s name and the NP’s approval number on prescriptions issued by the nurse practitioner. Public Hearing will be held via teleconference. Dial 919-518-9840 and enter Conference ID: 701 831 13# |
21 NCAC 32M .0119 | COVID-19 DRUG PRESERVATION RULE | Public Hearing 1/15/2110:00 a.m. |
Removes two drugs from the list of restricted medications. The State Health Director has determined that the state is unlikely to suffer future shortages of two of the drugs previously listed in the temporary and emergency rule. Public Hearing will be held via teleconference: 919-518-9840 Conference ID: 932 383 181# |
21 NCAC 32B .1708 | COVID-19 DRUG PRESERVATION RULE | Public Hearing 1/15/2110:00 a.m. |
Removes two drugs from the list of restricted medications. The State Health Director has determined that the state is unlikely to suffer future shortages of two of the drugs previously listed in the temporary and emergency rule. Public Hearing will be held via teleconference: 919-518-9840 Conference ID: 932 383 181# |
21 NCAC 32S .0212 | Prescriptive Authority (PAs) | Approved |
Removes physician assistant’s license number and requirement that supervising physician's name and phone number is included on the physician assistant's prescription in accordance with G.S. 90-18.1. |
21 NCAC 32M .0117 | REPORTING CRITERIA | Public Hearing |
To add SOPI Report C to assist with identifying problematic prescribing practices. |
21 NCAC 32M .0101 | DEFINITIONS | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0102 | SCOPE OF PRACTICE | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0103 | NURSE PRACTITIONER REGISTRATION | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0104 | PROCESS FOR APPROVAL TO PRACTICE | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0105 | EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION AND APPROVAL AS A NURSE PRACTITIONER | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0106 | ANNUAL RENEWAL | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0107 | CONTINUING EDUCATION (CE) | Public Hearing |
Adds CE requirement for nurse practitioners who prescribe controlled substances. |
21 NCAC 32M .0108 | INACTIVE STATUS | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |
21 NCAC 32M .0109 | PRESCRIBING AUTHORITY | Public Hearing |
Language amended to ensure nurse practitioners understand they may not prescribe controlled substances to a patient he or she is having a physical, sexual, or intimate emotional relationship. |
21 NCAC 32M .0110 | QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS FOR A COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE AGREEMENT | Public Hearing |
Modernization of language and processes. |