(1) To obtain a retired active license a physician assistant must comply with chapter 246-12 WAC, excluding WAC 246-12-120 (2)(c) and (d).

(2) A physician assistant with a retired active license must have a practice agreement on file with the commission in order to practice except when serving as a "covered volunteer emergency worker" as defined in RCW 38.52.180 (5)(a) and engaged in authorized emergency management activities or serving under chapter 70.15 RCW.

(3) A physician assistant with a retired active license may not receive compensation for health care services.

(4) A physician assistant with a retired active license may practice under the following conditions:

(a) In emergent circumstances calling for immediate action; or

(b) Intermittent circumstances on a part-time or full-time nonpermanent basis.

(5) A retired active license expires every two years on the license holder's birthday. Retired active credential renewal fees are accepted no sooner than ninety days prior to the expiration date.

(6) A physician assistant with a retired active license shall report one hundred hours of continuing education at every renewal.