(1) KRS 311.864 to 311.890 does not authorize a person who holds a certificate under KRS 311.864 to 311.890 to engage in the practice of medicine, as defined in KRS 311.530 to 311.620 or the practice of registered nursing as defined in KRS 314.011 to 314.161.
(2) A health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, or health benefit plan may not require a registered nurse or certified physician assistant to be certified as a surgical assistant as a condition for reimbursement.