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IMLC Renewal FAQ - Tab #1

“... to submit a renewal to IMLC and to TMB? The Texas Medical Board is statutorily required to have certain information for our online public profile. For this reason, physicians must fill out our renewal form in order to provide this information. The IMLC has their own renewal questions/information tha ... ”

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Board Action Search

“... link below will allow a search of any Texas Medical Board action issued (Board order, remedial plan, cease and desist, etc.), issued to physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, medical radiologic technologists, non-certified radiologic technicians, respiratory care practitioners, medi ... ”

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Verified Information

“... erified the physician’s graduation from the medical school listed here.  Electronic RX Waiver Expiration Date: Expiration date of the electronic prescribing waiver, if such a waiver has been requested and issued. ”

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IMLC FAQ - Tab #1 General

“... of the application fee is possible from the Texas Medical Board for those individuals who are active-duty military. To receive this refund, within the first 90 days after your license is issued you will need to submit to us a copy of your active military orders when requesting a refund of your appli ... ”

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CME - MD - NEW CME Requirements - Tab 5

“... nsees to complete certain specific opioid related continuing medical education.  These new CME requirements outlined above apply to the renewal of a license on or after September 1, 2020.     New Human Trafficking Prevention CME Requirements House Bill 2059 (2019) requires physic ... ”

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Education

“... eported name, location and graduation date of all medical schools attended by the physician.   Also displayed is the physician reported graduate medical education taken in the US or Canada, including the following: Program name, Location, begin and end date, Type of program (residency, fellowsh ... ”

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Continuing Education for Acudetox Specialists

“... istration, practitioners are required to complete continuing auricular acupuncture education (CAAE).   Documentation of continuing educaiton courses shall be made available to the Board upon request but should not be submitted with the registration. Random audits will be made to assure complian ... ”

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Interstate Medical Licensure Compact

“The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) is a voluntary, expedited pathway to licensure for qualifying physicians who wish to practice in multiple states. On June 7, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law House Bill 1616 which was passed by the 87th Texas Legislature, making Texas the 33r ... ”

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E-Prescribing Waiver

“Controlled Substance Electronic Prescribing Requirement Effective January 1, 2021, Texas Health and Safety Code, §§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 appropr ... ”

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Specialty Board Certification

“... a board that is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists. ”

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Medical Physicist Quick Links

“Before you apply Medical Physicist Sample Application ”

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Renewal Fingerprinting information

“... photo is part of the fingerprinting process and a requirement.  The Department of Public Safety has requested that IdentoGo maintain a 6’ distance when possible and prior to starting the appointment and that they inform the applicant it will be necessary to remove their mask for a photo.& ... ”

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CE for AD Tab 1 - Renewal

“... tox Specialists must complete at least 3 hours of continuing education in the licensing period before applying for the renewal. (i.e., 3 hours every 36 months). Courses may be taught through live lecture, distance learning, or the Internet. An acudetox specialist must report on the registration ... ”

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CE for AD Tab 2 - Exemptions

“... be renewed, subject to approval.   Acudetox Continuing Education Exemption Request Form ”

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LMRT Exam FAQs

“... ion stating that the individual has completed the education components necessary for qualifying the individual to pass the appropriate limited scope examination, signed by the program director or registrar; or        a copy of a certificate of completion or officia ... ”

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

“... ce, or you would like to complete the fingerprint requirement early, please contact us at Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us and we will provide you with your ID number, and instructions that include the TMB service code. ”

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 ... ”

Why does the application ask about my mental and physical health status?

“The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee.  However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to pr ... ”

Why am I asked about my mental and physical health status during renewal?

“The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee.  However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to pr ... ”