Alabama § 34-21-87 - Joint Committee to Recommend Model Practice Protocols, Formulary of Legend Drugs, and Certain Rules and Regulations.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 34-21-87 — Joint Committee to Recommend Model Practice Protocols, Formulary of Legend Drugs, and Certain Rules and Regulations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34-21-87. Joint Committee to Recommend Model Practice Protocols, Formulary of Legend Drugs, and Certain Rules and Regulations.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this article, the joint committee shall recommend model practice protocols to be used by certified registered nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives and a formulary of legend drugs that may be prescribed by these advanced practice nurses, subject to approval by both the State Board of Medical Examiners and the Board of Nursing. The joint committee shall also recommend rules and regulations to establish the ratio of physicians to certified registered nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives; provided, however, that the rules and regulations shall not limit the ratio to less than two nurse practitioners or midwives to one physician or one certified registered nurse practitioner and one certified nurse midwife to one physician and shall provide for exceptions. The joint committee shall also recommend rules and regulations that establish the manner in which a collaborating physician may designate a covering physician when temporarily unavailable as the collaborating physician.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 34-21-87
What does Code of Alabama § 34-21-87 cover?
Section 34-21-87 ("Joint Committee to Recommend Model Practice Protocols, Formulary of Legend Drugs, and Certain Rules and Regulations.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 34-21-87?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 34-21-87" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.
How does Alabama § 34-21-87 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.