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Pre-Licensure Criminal History Evaluation

“What is this?  A request for evaluation of your criminal history and potential eligibility for licensure prior to application for licensure as a physician, physician assistant, acupuncturist, medical radiologic technologist, non-certified radiological technician, respiratory care practitio ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Pre-Licensure Criminal History Evaluation Request Form

Acupuncturist Initial Registration Fees

“Once the Board has issued you an official license number, you will have 90 days to register and activate your license.  Failure to register will result in penalty fees, and after one year, license cancellation. Initial registration is completed via hardcopy forms sent to the licensee short ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Renewal Acupuncturists | Acupuncturist Application and Registration Fees

Open Records & The Texas Public Information Act

“Texas law gives you the right to access government records. All government information is presumed to be available to the public; however, certain exceptions may apply to the disclosure of the information. Governmental bodies are to promptly release requested information that is not confidential by ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Consumer Open Records

Open Records tab 6

“How to Request Information from this Agency   Address your written request to:   Open Records Texas Medical Board   You may send your request by:   mail to:          P.O. Box 2018, Austin TX 78768 e-mail to:       openre ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Consumer Open Records

PIT Apply

“  Apply online. You must have an ID number from your program to apply. On the next business day, check for an e-mail from TMB If additional information was requested, find the Supplemental Licensure Forms you need and submit them. ”

This content is located on the following page(s): PIT Application

Acupuncture Continuing Education - Provider - Tab 1

“Continuing Acupuncture Education Approved Provider Application Instructions The Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners (TSBAE) requires a license holder to complete continuing education approved by the board biennially in order to maintain license registration renewal. Courses offered by ap ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Resources - CAE for Providers

General Prescriptive Delegation FAQs

“ Does the physician's name need to be included on the prescription? Is there still a ratio for the number of APRNs or PAs to whom a physician may delegate prescriptive authority? Is there a waiver if a physician wants to delegate prescriptive authority to more than seven full time equivalent AP ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): General Delegation FAQs

Website Linking Policy

“This policy documents the Texas Medical Board’s policy on linking between TMB and third-party websites. The policy helps ensure the following: 1. Information on TMB’s site benefits the public including consumers, licensees, applicants, stakeholder and interested parties.2. TMB site visit ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Agency - Website Linking Policy

Physician Initial Registration Fees

“Once the Board has issued you an official license number, you will have 90 days to register and activate your license. Failure to register will result in penalty fees, and after one year, license cancellation.   Please note: If you have not registered your license within 90 days of your license ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Renewals Physicians | Physician Application and Registration Fees

Legislative Updates & Required Reports

“After every legislation session (odd-numbered years), agency staff provide a summary of legislation impacting the agency and its licensees. This can include legislation impacting physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, and a variety of other license types.   Acces ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Legislative Updates & Required Reporting

Texas Medical Board History

“In 1837, the Medical Practice Act was written by Dr. Anson Jones, one of the few formally trained physicians in Texas at that time. The Congress of the Republic of Texas then created the Board of Medical Censors for the purposes of administering examinations and granting medical licenses. The Board ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Medical Board History

Overview of Physician Licenses and Permits

“Texas offers a full unrestricted medical license as well a number of limited licenses or permits.  More information on eligibility and how to apply for each type of license or permit can be found by selecting from links to the left.  Below is a brief description of the limited licenses or ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Physician Applicants

General Information for Physician Assistants

“ Overview of the PA Application Process You submit your application online. Note which supporting documents you will need to submit for your application to be complete. You begin collecting and submitting the supporting documents needed.We recommend using one of the private overnight delivery ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): General Information for Physician Assistants

PA Board History

“In 1993, the 73rd Texas Legislature created the Physician Assistant Advisory Council as an advisory board to the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. In 1994, Council members were appointed and drafted rules to implement the Physician Assistant Licensing Act passed by the 73rd Legislature. In the ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): PA Board History

PA Registration/Renewal

“  To activate your license for the first time, you need to pay your first time registration fee within 90 days of your license issue date.  To maintain an active license, you will need to renew your registration biennially. For any questions related to the renewal, please contact us at Reg ... ”

This content is located on the following page(s): Renewal Physician Assistant

My Board issued 6 digit Medical Board issued ID number doesn’t work with the vender’s website.  What do I do?

“Please be sure you are entering your Board issued 6 digit ID# with “MB-“in front – example: MB-123456  ”

What is my Board issued 6-digit ID number?

“A Board issued 6-digit ID number is required for submitting your fingerprints. This 6-digit ID number is assigned at the time of application submission. This 6-digit ID number will be included in your post card and email renewal reminders.  If you wish to submit your fingerprints early, pl ... ”

Can I get a DEA number with my temporary license?

“You must register your supervising physician with the TMB prior to applying with the DEA.  For information or questions on applying for a DEA under a temporary license, please contact the DEA directly.   https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/index.html  ... ”

How many times can I reapply for a waiver? 

“There is currently no limit to the number of waivers you may request. ”

How can I get a copy of my PIT permit?

“The TMB no longer prints or mails hard copy permits but, if online verification is not sufficient, you can obtain a copy by setting up a MyTMB account on our website. https://sso.tmb.state.tx.us/Login.aspx.  The permit will be available for downloading or printing from there. Please be aware th ... ”

What if my Board issued ID number is only 5 digits long?

“A Board issued 6-digit ID number is required for submitting your fingerprints.  This ID number is assigned at the time of application submission. If you were assigned a 5-digit ID number at the time of your application submission, please use a leading zero when submitting your fingerprints. Exa ... ”

IdentoGo is not accepting my 6-digit ID number. What do I need to do?

“Per the instructions provided for setting up your appointment with IdentoGo, please be sure to enter your Board issued 6 digit ID number with “MB-“ in front, no spaces – example:  MB-123456 or MB-012345 ”

What is the TMB “Service code” for IdentoGo?

“The TMB service code for IdentoGo is only able to be provided directly to licensure applicants or existing licensees.  The service code is provided in the detailed instructions that are part of the email renewal notice.  If you have not received your email renewal notice, or you would like ... ”

Why can’t I find the IdentGo TMB “Service code” on the TMB website?

“TMB is not legally able to receive fingerprint results for individuals who are not existing applicants or licensees, and is not able to publicly provide the service code. This is why we provide the service code directly to licensees in the detailed instructions that are part of the email renewa ... ”

Can I complete the fingerprint requirement early?

“Yes, you can complete the fingerprint requirement at any point prior to your license expiration date. You do not need to wait for your expiration date. If you wish to submit your fingerprints early, please contact us at Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us and request your 6 digit ID number and i ... ”

My fingerprints were rejected.  What is my next step?

“Applicants and Licensees are informed of their fingerprints being rejected by IdentoGo prior to that information being sent to the TMB. Fingerprints can be rejected by either DPS or the FBI, and there are different types of rejections.  The next step in the process depends on the type and ... ”