PA Licensure Compact Update: Minnesota and Tennessee Become the 11th and 12th States to Pass PA Licensure Compact - American Academy of Physician Associates
Minnesota and Tennessee have passed the PA Licensure Compact, becoming the 11th and 12th states. This expands cross-state practice for PAs, reducing licensing barriers for telehealth providers.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Telehealth Cross-State Licensing space on July 15, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Telehealth platforms and virtual clinics employing PAs, especially those operating in or expanding to MN and TN. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: No immediate deadline, but early adoption recommended to capture operational efficiencies.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Telehealth Cross-State Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
PAs in MN and TN can now obtain a compact privilege to practice across member states without full individual licenses.
Who it affects
Telehealth platforms and virtual clinics employing PAs, especially those operating in or expanding to MN and TN.
What you must do
Review PA licensure status and apply for compact privileges if eligible; update compliance workflows.
Deadline
No immediate deadline, but early adoption recommended to capture operational efficiencies.
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