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Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Designation

“... t put in place a mechanism to process and resolve complaints regarding interference or attempted interference with a physician's independent medical judgment. The chief medical officer must notify the Texas Medical Board (TMB) that the hospital is employing physicians and that the chief medical offi ... ”

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Agency Other Numbers - Investigations

“  The Investigations Department investigates complaints against licensees. It includes field investigators who work throughout the state. Phone: (512) 305-7100 Fax: (888) 859-5336 ”

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PA Board Overview

“... for licensure; conducting investigations based on complaints filed against physician assistants to determine if a licensee is in violation the Texas Occupations Code (Chapter 204, the Physician Assistant Licensing Act) and/or the Board's rules; and exercising the authority to cancel, ... ”

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PA Board Committees

“... be taken on pending cases; approves dismissals of complaints and closure of investigations; drafts and reviews proposed ethics guidelines and rules for the practice of physician assistants, and makes recommendations to the board regarding the adoption of such ethics guidelines and rules; makes recom ... ”

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Acupuncture Board Committees

“... be taken on pending cases. Approves dismissals of complaints and closure of investigations; drafts and reviews proposed ethics guidelines and rules for the practice of acupuncture, and makes recommendations to the acupuncture board regarding the adoption of such ethics guidelines and rules; makes re ... ”

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Look up a License

“Look up a License Complaint Process Board Action Search ”

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Customer Service E-mail FAQs

“... int, click here: (http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/page/complaints)     4)      SUPERVISION & PRESCRIPTIVE DELEGATION REGISTRATION   If you have questions regarding the log in for the Supervision and Prescriptive Delegation Registration System, please use the &l ... ”

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Social Media Policy

“... media sites are not appropriate means for filing complaints. For more information on how to file a complaint, visit: http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/page/place-a-complaint. Terms of Service TMB social media sites are third party sites that have terms of service and policies that are not governed by TMB ... ”

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Profile contents - Tab #1 - What is on the Profile?

“... ken by the board on medical malpractice claims or complaints required to be opened by the board under the Medical Practice Act (the "Act"), TEX. OCC. CODE ANN. 164.201;(23) A description of any formal complaint issued by the board's staff against the physician and initiated and filed with the State ... ”

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Current Board Action

“... inst this physician. (This may include any formal complaints filed by TMB, as well as petitions and/or responses related to licensure contested matters, at the State Office of Administrative Hearings.) “None” indicates that there are no actions to report. ... ”

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JP Exam & My TMB FAQs

“... equirements; scope of practice; investigations of complaints and enforcement procedures. How many times can I retake the JP exam? There is no attempt limit; however, there is a fee for each attempt. I don’t know my TMB ID number to create a My TMB account? For applications filed online, th ... ”

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Title: Press Release August 31, 2006

Description: Press Release August 31, 2006  (PDF File)

Document: ... t the standard of care in treating one person for complaints of anxiety and hypertension, and failed to record a proper evaluation. EDWARDS, LEO KING, M.D., SAN ANTONIO, TX, Lic. #F1524 On August 25, 2006, the Board and Dr. Edwards entered into an Agreed Order requiring that he complete 10 hours of ...

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Title: Press Release September 02, 2010

Description: Press Release September 02, 2010  (PDF File)

Document: ... person evaluations are necessary, and how to file complaints with the Board. § 174.6, Delegation to and Supervision of Telepresenters. Repeals Section 174.6 and add new language for rules relating to Telemedicine Medical Services Provided at an Established Medical Site. New §174.7, concerning Teleme ...

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Title: Press Release September 10, 2008

Description: Press Release September 10, 2008 A (PDF File)

Document: ... 7 update of citation for DPS rules. Chapter 178 Complaints: Rule Review; 178.1 gives statutory authority for chapter. Chapter 179 Investigations: Rule Review; 179.1 gives statutory authority for chapter; 179.4(c)(2)(H) adds that probable cause for requesting an evaluation may be based on state ...

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Title: Press Release October 21, 2003

Description: Press Release October 21, 2003  (PDF File)

Document: ... dating the profile following the filing of formal complaints. Chapter 175, Fees, Penalties, and Applications. Amendments to §§175.1, 175.2, and 175.4 regarding biennial registration fees for physicians; increased penalty fees for late physician registration; surcharges for physician assistant, acupu ...

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Title: Press Release October 21, 2005

Description: Press Release October 21, 2005  (PDF File)

Document: ... Based Anesthesia site registration. Chapter 178, Complaints, to include amendments to 178.2 Definitions, 178.4 Complaint Initiation, 178.5 Complaint Evaluation, 178.6 Complaint Filing, 178.7 Complaint Resolution, and 178.8 Appeals regarding the process for complaint initiation, preliminary investig ...

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Title: Press Release October 28, 2005

Description: Press Release October 28, 2005 B (PDF File)

Document: ... s to learn more about their physicians or to file complaints with the state. The Texas Medical Board, formerly the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, has unveiled its new name and a new look. Thanks to the Legislature, through the agencys Sunset bill, our name more clearly reflects our mission, ...

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Title: Press Release November 17, 2011

Description: Press Release November 17, 2011 (PDF File)

Document: ... hard-copy, depending on the format. CHAPTER 178. COMPLAINTS: The amendment to §178.2, relating to Definitions, deletes language that allows persons to file anonymous complaints. The amendment to §178.3, relating to Complaint Procedure Notification, requires autopsy facilities to post notices on how ...

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Title: PA Board 2002 August, Discipline Ethics

Description: TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EXAMINERS DISCIPLINARY AND ETHICS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES August 1, 2003

Document: ... to recommend the noted resolutions of the listed complaints attached to the Board minutes. There being no further business, Dr. Benold moved, Ms. Bentley seconded, and the motion passed to adjourn the meeting at 11:28 a.m.

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Title: PA Board 2002 August, Full Board

Description: TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EXAMINERS BOARD MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 1, 2002

Document: ... ignments, which would eliminate the Department of Complaints and Disciplinary Support. Some staff will be moved to the Investigations Department and some to the Compliance Department under this reorganization structure. Agenda item #4, probation appearance, was next. Mr. Deter moved, Ms. Clark secon ...

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Title: PA Board 2002 April, Disciplinary & Ethics Committee

Description: TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EXAMINERS DISCIPLINARY AND ETHICS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES April 2002

Document: ... to recommend the noted resolutions of the listed complaints (attached) to the Board minutes. There being no further business, Ms. Bentley moved, Mr. Webb seconded, and the motion passed to adjourn the meeting at 12:17 p.m.

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Title: PA Board 2003 August, Disciplinary and Ethics Committee Minutes

Description: TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EXAMINERS DISCIPLINARY AND ETHICS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES August 1, 2003 

Document: ... to recommend the noted resolutions of the listed complaints attached to the Board minutes. There being no further business, Dr. Benold moved, Ms. Bentley seconded, and the motion passed to adjourn the meeting at 11:28 a.m.

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Title: PA Board 2003 August, Full Board

Description: TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EXAMINERS BOARD MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 1, 2003 

Document: ... ignments, which would eliminate the Department of Complaints and Disciplinary Support. Some staff will be moved to the Investigations Department and some to the Compliance Department under this reorganization structure. Agenda item #4, probation appearance, was next. Mr. Deter moved, Ms. Clark secon ...

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Title: PA Board 2012 August, Discipline and Ethics

Description: TEXAS PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT BOARD MINUTES OF THE DISCIPLINE AND ETHICS COMMITTEE August 3, 2012 

Document: ... nd possible action regarding appeals of dismissed complaints. A. Jurisdictional Complaints: i. Investigations: 12-0860, 12-0955, and 12-1425, ii. Legal File: 120015 (11-3075); and B. Jurisdictional-Not-Filed Complaints: 12-3943 and 12-5300. Dr. Koo recused himself from any discussion and decision re ...

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Title: PA Board 2012 August Legal Dismissals

Description: ... Y & EHICS COMMITTEE & DECISIONS REGARDING COMPLAINTS REVIEWED

Document: ... CIPLINARY & EHICS COMMITTEE & DECISIONS REGARDING COMPLAINTS REVIEWED PURSUANT TO STAFF OR ISC PANEL RECOMMENDATIONS CASE # CLOSE CONTINUE TO ISC 12-0760 X 11-1124 X 12-0264 X 12-0861 X 12-0265 X 12-0671 X Total = 6

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Title: Press Release April 25, 2012

Description: Press Release April 25, 2012  (PDF File)

Document: ... initial applications for licensure. Chapter 178, Complaints: Amendment to§178.3, concerning Complaint Procedure Notification, amends language regarding required notice posting by autopsy facilities to refer to "persons" rather than "physicians" and adds two new figures to subsection (d). Chapter 18 ...

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How do I file a complaint?

Complaints must be submitted in writing. The identity of complainants is protected and kept confidential by law, with the exception of complaints filed by insurance and pharmaceutical companies. The Board cannot accept complaints submitted anonymously. Complaints may be emailed, mailed or faxed. ... ”

Are complaints public information?

Complaints and investigational information received and maintained are not public information, by state law. Any resulting disciplinary orders are public and can be viewed on the physician’s profile. Formal complaints filed by the Board at the State Office of Administrative Hearings are public ... ”

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