Louisiana
🔴 Physician Supervision Required
Louisiana law requires CRNAs to practice under a physician's or dentist's direction and supervision. Louisiana has not opted out of the federal CMS supervision requirement.
Practice Details
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Practice Authority
Physician Supervision Required
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CMS Opt-Out
No
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Prescriptive Authority
Collaborative practice agreement required
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Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes — NLC Member
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CAA Authorized
No
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Average CRNA Salary
$225,000
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Practicing CRNAs
1,200+
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CE Requirements
CPC: 60 Class A + 40 Class B / 4-year cycle
Board of Nursing
Visit Louisiana Board of NursingCRNA Programs in Louisiana
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
Baton Rouge · DNP · 36 months
94% NCE#48
Louisiana State University HSC
New Orleans · DNP · 36 months
92% NCE#55
Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans · DNP · 36 months
79% NCE#85
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches · DNP · 36 months
79% NCE#86