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Board of Registration of Physician Assistants

We evaluate the qualifications of applicants for physician assistant licensure, and grant licenses to those who qualify. We also establish rules and regulations to ensure the integrity and competence of licensees.

Contact Us

Online

PhysicianAssistantsBoard@mass.gov

Phone

(617) 624-6189
TTY (617) 973-0988

Fax

(617) 973-0985

Address

100 Cambridge St. 19th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2509
Directions

Who we serve

We license those who:

  • Have passed the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants examination
  • Hold a Bachelor degree in any field
  • Have completed an accredited physician assistant program

What would you like to do?

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Recent news & announcements

News

BHPL warns of increase in fraudulent communications

6/12/2026 Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration

News

Temporary License Extended: COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2022-15

6/14/2022 Board of Registration of Physician Assistants

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