Aesthetic NP Practice Authority

Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice in Michigan

What an NP, PA, or RN entering aesthetic medicine in Michigan needs to know — sourced from the AANP State Practice Environment + the Michigan Board of Nursing.

Michigan — Restricted Practice

Can an NP own an aesthetic practice solo in Michigan?

No. Michigan requires physician supervision/delegation for NP practice. Solo NP-owned aesthetic practice uses MSO/PC structure with a medical director.

Collaborative agreement / physician relationship

Physician delegation required. Solo NP practice ownership not permitted without MD partnership/MSO.

Good-faith exam (GFE) rules — aesthetic context

GFE required. Telehealth GFE permitted under MI Public Act 359 of 2020.

RN injection scope in Michigan

RNs may inject aesthetic medications (botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, fat-dissolving) under a valid prescriber order and approved protocol. Only PRESCRIBING requires a licensed NP/MD/DO. Verify with your board.

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