Nurses warn that new interpretation of Georgia law will mean less care for rural communities

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: June 26, 2026

Words: 840

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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  • The Georgia Composite Medical Board issued new guidance interpreting a 2006 state law that could prevent physicians who agree to oversee clinics owned by nurses from being compensated.
  • The nursing community testified in a recent House Health committee, saying that the new guidance could lead to closures of clinics that provide primary and mental health care in rural parts of Georgia.
  • The head of the state …

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