California state law has allowed certified registered nurse anesthetists to practice independently since the 1980s. In 2009, then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger codified their ability to bill Medi-Cal as licensed independent providers to ensure all Californians had access to high-quality anesthesia care no matter a patient’s zip code.
California state law has allowed certified registered nurse anesthetists to practice independently since the 1980s. In 2009, then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger codified their ability to bill Medi-Cal as licensed independent providers to ensure all Californians had access to high-quality anesthesia care no matter a patient’s zip code.
CANA has issued this action alert to legislators about protecting access to quality anesthesia care for all Californians and to share accurate information about CRNA qualifications, education, and practice in our state.