How long must a collaborative care agreement be retained by an APRN in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, a collaborative care agreement between an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and a supervising physician must be retained for a period of five years. This requirement ensures that there is a record of the agreement and the collaborative relationship, which can be essential for regulatory compliance and for addressing any inquiries or audits that may arise regarding the provision of care.

The five-year retention period provides ample time for reviewing the terms of the collaborative agreement, ensuring that it was implemented according to the regulations and that the APRN's practice remains aligned with their scope of practice as defined by the agreement. Retaining this documentation is also important for both legal and professional reasons, as it helps to protect both the APRN and the supervising physician in the event of a dispute or investigation.

Other retention periods, such as one, three, or ten years, do not align with Kentucky's specific legal requirements for collaborative care agreements in the context of APRNs.