Tennessee Code Title 63. Professions of the Healing Arts § 63-19-207

When a licensed orthopedic physician or surgeon utilizes the services of a licensed orthopedic physician assistant inconsistent with this part, it shall constitute grounds for a finding of unprofessional conduct, and the physician shall be subject to disciplinary action by the board of medical examiners. Such disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to, the suspension of privileges to utilize a licensed orthopedic physician assistant or the revocation or suspension of the license of the orthopedic physician or surgeon.