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Wisconsin lawmakers are considering a bill to allow experienced physician assistants to practice independently.

The proposal would also change the title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate."

Supporters argue the bill would lower healthcare costs and increase patient access to care.

Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Medical Society oppose the measure.

MADISON – Months after Gov. Tony Evers signed into law a bill expanding practicing authority for some Wisconsin nurses , lawmakers involved in the years-long effort now aim to develop a similar policy for physician assistants.

Evers does not support the new effort, a spokeswoman said.

The Senate Committee on Health heard testimony Nov. 5 on a proposal introduced by Sen. Rachael Cabral-Guevara, R-Appl

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