Below is information on Office-Based Surgery (OBS) rules, regulations and accreditation requirements for Virginia. This is information only. Rules change often. Please confirm with your state regulators the current status and requirements for an office-based surgical suite. Last Updated 2021.
Local Anesthesia is Excluded. The administration of topical anesthesia, local anesthesia, minor conductive blocks, or minimal sedation/anxiolysis, not involving a drug-induced alteration of consciousness other than minimal pre-operative tranquilization, is not subject to the requirements.