Which law outlines a PA's duties and scope in New York?

• A. Education Law Article 131-B
• B. Public Health Law Article 28
• C. Mental Hygiene Law Article 9
• D. Administrative Code 24

Answer: (A)

In New York, a physician assistant’s duties and scope of practice are defined by Education Law Article 131-B. This law sets the requirements for becoming a PA, the supervision arrangement with a physician, and the activities a PA may perform under that supervision, including prescribing authority within the approved scope. It specifically governs how PAs are licensed, what credentials are needed, and how their practice is overseen.

The other laws cover different areas: Public Health Law Article 28 deals with general public health matters, Mental Hygiene Law Article 9 pertains to mental health services and patient rights, and Administrative Code 24 concerns city-level administrative provisions. None of these establish the PA scope and duties in the way Article 131-B does, making the Education Law article the correct reference for a NY PA’s duties and scope.