Scope of Practice

Kansas law grants to those who hold the degree of "medical doctor (MD)" or "doctor of osteopathy (DO)" an unlimited license to practice medicine and surgery. All other health care related professions are provided a specific, statutory framework which defines the extent of their practice environment and in virtually every legislative session, various non-physician health care professionals ask policymakers to expand their "scope of practice." KMS is committed to ensuring that the practice of medicine and surgery remains reserved for those who hold the education and training necessary to ensure adequate protection of Kansas patients.