Alabama
🟡 Opt-Out / Collaborative
Alabama CRNAs practice under the direction of or in coordination with an immediately available physician, podiatrist, or dentist — no formal practice agreement required (2022 law). CAAs are licensed and actively practicing — one of the long-standing CAA licensure states.
Practice Details
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Practice Authority
Opt-Out / Collaborative
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CMS Opt-Out
No
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Prescriptive Authority
No prescriptive authority (anesthesia orders only)
✅
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes — NLC Member
✅
CAA Authorized
Yes
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Average CRNA Salary
$220,000
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Practicing CRNAs
1,200+
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CE Requirements
CPC: 60 Class A + 40 Class B / 4-year cycle