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“... igh level of academic or professional recognition for excellence in research, teaching, or the practice of medicine. In order to issue this license the Board looks at objective factors, such as academic appointments, length of time in a profession, scholarly publications and presentations, and ... ”
“... ation-Related Fees
Application Fee: The fee for physician assistant licensure in Texas is $220.00. Additional non-refundable surcharge related to the Texas Physician Health Program ($5.25) will be assessed with the application fee. The entire fee must be submitted before your applic ... ”
“... an Temporary Permits, and emergency reactivations for retired or cancelled licenses, terminated on July 14, 2023, therefore permit holders who do not have an active permit or license with the Board must cease practice in Texas.
The Licensure Department licenses physicians, ... ”
“... assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, medical physicists, perfusionists, respiratory care practitioners and medical radiologic technologists affected by substance use disorders, physical illnesses and impairment, and/or psychiatric conditions.
TXPHP provides education, recognition, and a ... ”
“... is a limited license available only to applicants for a full medical license and allows the applicant to practice for a maximum of 270 days in a medically underserved or health professionals shortage area. The provisional license, by law, cannot be extended.
Before You Apply
Individuals consi ... ”
“... e Visiting Physician Temporary Permit is designed for an applicant who intends to practice under the supervision of a licensed Texas physician (excluding training in postgraduate training programs) for educational purposes, in order to practice charity care to underserved populations in Texas, in ca ... ”
“The Texas Medical Board also issues several other types of permits, including Surgical Assistants and Pain Management Clinics.
Click on the links below to view information on these license holders:
Surgical Assistant Licensees – information now available as part o ... ”
“... his subtitle may also be referred to as the Texas Medical Practice Act ("MPA"). Section 151.002(a)(5) of the MPA defines a health-care entity as:
(A) a hospital that is licensed pursuant to Chapter 241, Health and Safety Code or the Texas Mental Health Code (Articles 5547-100, Vernon's Texas Civil S ... ”
“... ians appointed as a visiting professor by a Texas medical school or institution may be eligible for a Faculty Temporary License (FTL) as outlined Texas Occupations Code 155.104 and Texas Administrative Code §161.51 or for a Visiting Physician Temporary Permit (VPTP) as outlined in Texas Adminis ... ”
“... s Occupations Code (Also referred to as the Texas Medical Practice Act or "MPA") are entitled to receive limited investigative information as authorized by Sect. 154.054. Any request by a Health-Care Entity that has registered with the Board will be considered a request for all authorized informatio ... ”
“... user friendly and to provide a faster turnaround for requested information. All requests will take a minimum of 5 business days to complete.
If your facility is already registered with the Texas Medical Board (TMB) as an HCE, you can use your facilities existing username/password and th ... ”
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“... iptive authority.
Eligibility requirements for physicians and physician assistants:
Full, active, and unrestricted licenses are required for online registration.
You are not eligible to register online if:
your license is under a current board order, or if you have notified the TMB that you ... ”
“... ” in a clinical setting?
In 1995, the Texas Medical Board requested the Attorney General to review the above question. The Attorney General issued an opinion (DM-336) that stated, in part, that an acupuncturist ‘may use the title “doctor” so long as the acupuncturist us ... ”
“... §§481.0755 requires that prescriptions for controlled substances to be issued electronically, except in limited circumstances, or unless a waiver has been granted by the appropriate agency.
Information on the E-prescribing requirements and wavier process is available here.
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Description: Rule Changes September 19, 2002
Document: ... were effective on September 19, 2002. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions. Amendment to '161.6 regarding the status and duties of the Non-Profit Health Organizations Committee and the Licensure Committee. Chapter 163, Licensure. Amendments to ''163.1 and 163.5 t ...
Description: Rule Changes September 18, 2011
Document: ... changes effective September 18, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: CHAPTER 175, FEES AND PENALTIES: Amendment to 175.1 raises the fees for initial registration to be a non-certified radiologic technician (NCT) to $115.50 to be consistent for the fees for renewals of NCT certificates an ...
Description: Rule Changes September 14, 2003
Document: ... were effective on September 14, 2003. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 165, Medical Records: Amendments to 165.1, 165.3, and 165.4 regarding definitions and general cleanup. Chapter 171, Postgraduate Training Permits: Amendment to 171.6 regarding faculty temporary permits that wo ...
Description: Rule Changes September 01, 2009
Document: ... hanges effective on September 1, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 180, Texas Physician Health Program and Rehabilitation Orders , with the Repeal of 180.1, relating to Rehabilitation Orders. The New Rule 180.1, Purpose, establishes the statutory authority and the purpose for ...
Description: Rule Changes August 20, 2009
Document: ... e changes effective on August 9, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 185, Physician Assistants , with amendments to 185.4, Procedural Rules for Licensure Applicants, deletes expired language that grandfathered licensure applicants who applied before 2008 from having to comply wit ...
Description: Rule Changes August 10, 2008
Document: ... changes effective on August 10, 2008. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions , with amendments to 161.6, Committees of the Board, updates the duties of the Licensure Committee; 161.8, Deputy Executive Director, to update the name of Deputy Executive Director to C ...
Description: Rule Changes July 04, 2012
Document: ... 2012. Visit the TMB's Laws, Rules & FAQs web page for more information. Effective July 4, 2012: Chapter 163 LICENSURE 22 TAC 163.2, 163.4, 163.5 The amendment to 163.2, relating to Full Texas Medical License, sets out medical graduation requirements for 5th pathway applicants to be consistent with ...
Description: Rule Changes July 04, 2004
Document: ... s that were effective on July 4, 2004. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure. Creation of new 163.14, regarding requirements for practicing medicine across state lines (Telemedicine). Chapter 174, Telemedicine. Repeal of 174.1-174.17 and new 174.1-174.5 relating to sta ...
Description: Rule Changes July 03, 2007
Document: ... the changes effective on July 3, 2007. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure, proposed amendments to 163.1, Definitions; 163.2, Full Texas Medical License, regarding recognition of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board authority to determine a school to be Fraudulent or ...
Description: Rule Changes June 29, 2006
Document: ... s that are effective on June 29, 2006. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure , to include a limit on Texas medical jurisprudence examination attempts, delegated authority to staff to issue licenses, alternative requirements for graduates of unapproved medical schools, and g ...
Description: Rule Changes June 29, 2003
Document: ... that were effective on June 29, 2003. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure. Amendment to 163.3 regarding cleanup of language concerning the definition of graduate of an acceptable unapproved foreign medical school. Chapter 175, Fees, Penalties, and Applications. Amendmen ...
Description: Rule Changes June 28, 2011
Document: ... f the changes effective June 28, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: Chapter 172, Temporary and Limited Licenses: Amendment to 172.16 concerning Provisional Licenses for Medically Underserved Areas provides that a temporary license shall be granted to a provisional license holder upon ex ...
Description: Rule Changes June 24, 2009
Document: ... he changes effective on June 24, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 162, Supervision of Medical School Students, with amendments to 162.1 Supervision of Medical Students, which clarifies the intent of the amendment previously adopted, which became effective on March 9, 2009. The ...
Description: Rule Changes May 21, 2000
Document: ... he changes that are effective 05-2100. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure - proposed amendments to 163.4, regarding 10-year rule on licensure examinations. Chapter 164, Physician Advertising - repeal of old chapter, new 164.1164.3 and 164.5 clarifies physician advert ...
Description: Rule Changes May 13, 2012
Document: ... 2012. Visit the TMB's Laws, Rules & FAQs web page for more information. Chapter 166 PHYSICIAN REGISTRATION 22 TAC 166.2 The amendment to 166.2 provides that physicians that treat tick-borne diseases should complete relevant CME as required by Senate Bill 1360. Chapter 175 FEES AND PENALTIES 22 TAC ...
“... session, SB 674 changed the law so that the Texas Medical Board is no longer required to register NCTs who work for physicians. What remains is the requirement that NCTs obtain placement on the MRT Board’s general registry, or have an approved a hardship exemption, prior to starting prac ... ”
I’ve been issued my NCT Registry number. How do I apply for the NCT permit to work under a physician?
The NCT permit is no longer available. In the 2017 legislative session, SB 674 changed the law so that the Texas Medical Board is no longer required to register NCTs who work for physicians. What remains is the requirement that NCTs obtain placement on the MRT Board’s general registry, or have an approved a hardship exemption, prior to starting practice.
“... this time, only physician applicants can use the Form Y to expedite an application. Should this change, notification will be posted. ”
Can I expedite my physician assistant application?
At this time, only physician applicants can use the Form Y to expedite an application. Should this change, notification will be posted.
“... requires graduation from an accredited PA program for eligibility. ”
I am a foreign medical graduate. Can I get a PA license with my medical degree?
No. Texas law requires graduation from an accredited PA program for eligibility.
“Yes, if you have requested and paid for one. The request is made by mailing in the Temporary License Affidavit with the $107 fee. A temporary license cannot be issued until all supporting documents for your online application have been received, and your file has been reviewed and determined complet ... ”
Can I get a temporary PA license?
Yes, if you have requested and paid for one. The request is made by mailing in the Temporary License Affidavit with the $107 fee. A temporary license cannot be issued until all supporting documents for your online application have been received, and your file has been reviewed and determined complete by your assigned licensing analyst. The temporary license is considered a full and active license and will allow you to practice until your permanent license is issued. Permanent licenses are issued once a month. Please see the License Issue Dates link to the left for more information.
“... e name under which they are licensed by the Texas Medical Board. Using any other name may confuse or mislead the public and could be considered by the Board to be unprofessional conduct. A physician who wishes to change his or her professional name must use the Application for Name Change. ... ”
As a physician, is it okay to go by a nickname or shortened version of my given name in my practice?
Texas requires physicians to professionally use the name under which they are licensed by the Texas Medical Board. Using any other name may confuse or mislead the public and could be considered by the Board to be unprofessional conduct. A physician who wishes to change his or her professional name must use the Application for Name Change.
“... tion is one tool the board uses in evaluating the medical education of a physician applicant who attended a medical school located outside the United States. The board will accept evaluations from the Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA). The cost of the evaluation is borne by the applicant ... ”
My licensing analyst informed me that I need a foreign education evaluation. What do I need to do?
A foreign education evaluation is one tool the board uses in evaluating the medical education of a physician applicant who attended a medical school located outside the United States. The board will accept evaluations from the Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA). The cost of the evaluation is borne by the applicant. Applicants can find the appropriate request form on our website at Supplemental Forms "Form N".
“... uestions on the application, or graduation from a medical school not listed on the Substantial Equivalence list. Once the licensing analyst determines the application is complete, the applicant is scheduled for licensure. Currently staff issues licenses twice a month. ... ”
How long does it take to process a physician licensure application?
We are legislatively mandated to process all physician licensure applications within an average of 51 days. The processing time clock begins when the applicant has submitted all initial requirements and the application has passed from Pre-Licensure to Licensing. A licensing analyst is then assigned to process the application. Individual application processing time will vary according to the complexity of the application. Factors that increase complexity are "yes" answers to any of the Professionalism questions on the application, or graduation from a medical school not listed on the Substantial Equivalence list. Once the licensing analyst determines the application is complete, the applicant is scheduled for licensure. Currently staff issues licenses twice a month.
“... e been licensed in good standing in another state for at least 5 years, and who have no restrictions, orders, or probation on any other state medical licenses, are eligible for exceptions to the three attempt exam limit. Please see the eligibility checklist for details regarding exceptions. ... ”
How many attempts can a physician have on the licensing exams and still be eligible?
Three, however, applicants who held a Texas Physician in Training permit on 9/1/05, or who have been licensed in good standing in another state for at least 5 years, and who have no restrictions, orders, or probation on any other state medical licenses, are eligible for exceptions to the three attempt exam limit. Please see the eligibility checklist for details regarding exceptions.
“... our school might not be on the list: 1) the Texas Medical Board has never licensed a graduate of your school before; or, 2) the Texas Medical Board more thoroughly investigates the education of graduates of your school. If your school is not listed the board will require additional documentation fro ... ”
My medical school isn't listed on the document entitled "Schools Whose Graduates Do Not Have To Prove Substantial Equivalence of Their Education." What does that mean and what do I have to do?
There are two reasons your school might not be on the list: 1) the Texas Medical Board has never licensed a graduate of your school before; or, 2) the Texas Medical Board more thoroughly investigates the education of graduates of your school. If your school is not listed the board will require additional documentation from you, your school, and some government entities in the country in which your school is located. Licensure Forms Z1-Z7, contain the details of the additional information the board requires.
“... ) is a service created by the Federation of State Medical Boards to streamline the credentialing and licensing process. FCVS is not a requirement for Texas licensure and is in no way a guarantee of licensure or of an expedited application process in Texas. FCVS will be of the greatest benefit to an ... ”
What is FCVS? What information do they collect? Would this service benefit my physician licensure application?
The Federation Credentials Verification Service (FCVS) is a service created by the Federation of State Medical Boards to streamline the credentialing and licensing process. FCVS is not a requirement for Texas licensure and is in no way a guarantee of licensure or of an expedited application process in Texas. FCVS will be of the greatest benefit to an applicant who is applying from a school that will not issue multiple sets of documents or will be applying to several other states in addition to Texas. The Federation of State Medical Boards collects information regarding an applicant's identity, medical education, postgraduate training, licensure examination history, ECFMG certification, and board action history. This information is verified by the FCVS and maintained as a primary source record of a physician's credentials. FCVS will send a standard portfolio to state boards, hospitals, managed care plans, or professional societies at the applicant's request. Please note that the Texas Medical Board may require additional documentation in place of or in addition to the documentation provided within the FCVS packet. Please contact the Federation of State Medical Boards directly concerning service fees and processing times.
“For information on how to register for USMLE Step 3 contact the Federation of State Medical Boards. ”
How do I register for USMLE Step 3?
For information on how to register for USMLE Step 3 contact the Federation of State Medical Boards.
“For information on how to register for COMLEX Level 3 contact the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. ”
How do I register for COMLEX Level 3?
For information on how to register for COMLEX Level 3 contact the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners.
“All applicants for licensure are required to pass the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Examination. ”
What additional examinations are required for physician licensure in Texas?
All applicants for licensure are required to pass the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Examination.
“Maybe. In order to be eligible for physician licensure in Texas you must prove that you have actively diagnosed or treated patients, or been on the active teaching faculty of a Texas medical school on a full time basis for either of the two years preceding the date of your application. The Board def ... ”
I haven't been practicing medicine for a while. Is that a problem?
Maybe. In order to be eligible for physician licensure in Texas you must prove that you have actively diagnosed or treated patients, or been on the active teaching faculty of a Texas medical school on a full time basis for either of the two years preceding the date of your application. The Board defines "full time" to be at least 20 hours per week for 40 weeks duration during a given year. If you don't meet that requirement the Executive Director may determine that certain conditions must be met before licensure can be granted. Alternatively, licensure under a non-disciplinary order limiting your practice to administrative medicine may be offered.
“No. The TMB no longer checks for compliance with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) requirements at the PIT permit application level. However, THECB requirements must be met when applying for a physician license. ”
As part of my PIT application, do I have to request a certified transcript from my medical school?
No. The TMB no longer checks for compliance with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) requirements at the PIT permit application level. However, THECB requirements must be met when applying for a physician license.