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“Overview of the Physician Application Process
You submit your application online.
The License Inquiry System of Texas (LIST), used to communicate with physician licensure applicants, generates a temporary username, as well as the initial list of items required to process your application. ... ”
“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 every two years.
Currently Surgical Assistants are not able to register online. Regi ... ”
“... he biennial registration fee includes a $2 Office of Patient Protection fee. These fees are required by statute. The remaining $555 is the fee required by the TMB.
These fees are explained in more detail in the chart below.
Subsequent Registration
Length of Permit
Agency Fee
Of ... ”
“... istration – If you have not registered your license within 90 days of your license issue date, a penalty fee equal to ½ the registration fee will be assessed. If you have not registered your license within 120 days of your license issue date, the penalty fee will increase to a fee ... ”
“... he Texas Medical Board issues a full unrestricted license to practice medicine to physicians, as well as a number of limited and temporary licenses. Requirements vary based on license type.
The Board collects and verifies applicant credentials, as required by statute and Board Rule.
An applicant is ... ”
“The Conceded Eminence License is a limited license which can be issued to an applicant who has achieved a high 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, s ... ”
“... lication can be assigned and processed.
Temporary License Fee: The fee to issue a temporary license is $107.00. If requested, a temporary license can be issued once you have met all the requirements for permanent licensure to enable you to practice until issuance of your permanent licens ... ”
“... ermit holders who do not have an active permit or license with the Board must cease practice in Texas.
The Licensure Department licenses physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and surgical assistants; issues physician-in-training permits; registers non-certified radio ... ”
“A Provisional License 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 Ap ... ”
“... xas 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 of the ... ”
“... Administrative Code in January 2025, the issuance of Visiting Professor Temporary Licenses (VPTL) has been suspended. Physicians 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 1 ... ”
“... rudence Exam
Get Fingerprints
Physician Temporary License Affidavit - PDF
Provisional License
Check Your Status (LIST)
License Issue dates
FAQs ”
“... 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 are not actively practicing medicine, or
you hold a temporary physician, temporary PA, or Faculty Temporary License.
You are not eligible to delegate prescriptive autho ... ”
“... postcards and emails at least 60 days in advance of the expiration date.
Physician Online Registration/Renewal
There are five simple steps to submit your online license renewal:
Please note that if you are not able to complete your online license renewal, your data will be automatica ... ”
Description: Rule Changes July 04, 2012
Document: ... endment to §163.2, relating to Full Texas Medical License, sets out medical graduation requirements for 5th pathway applicants to be consistent with rules relating to other types of applicants for full licensure. The amendment to §163.4, relating to Procedural Rules for Licensure Applicants, provide ...
Description: Rule Changes July 03, 2007
Document: ... 07 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of 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 Boar ...
Description: Rule Changes June 29, 2003
Document: ... 03 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes 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 ...
Description: Rule Changes June 28, 2011
Document: ... hanges - June 28, 2011
The following is a summary of 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 ...
Description: Rule Changes May 13, 2012
Document: ... amendment clarifies that additional fees for hard-copy registrations are only for renewal purposes and not initial applications for licensure. Chapter 178 COMPLAINTS 22 TAC §§178.3 The amendment changes language regarding required notice posting by autopsy facilities to refer to "persons" rather tha ...
Description: Rule Changes May 12, 2008
Document: ... 08 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on May 12, 2008. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 162, Supervision of Medical Schools, amending §162.1 Supervision of Medical Schools, updates the names of the Texas Medical Board and provides limited circumst ...
Description: Rule Changes May 09, 1999
Document: ... 99 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the new rules that are effective 05-0999. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 162, Supervision of Medical School Students, section 162.3, relating to registration requirements. Chapter 163, Licensure, section 163.10, distinguished pro ...
Description: Rule Changes May 06, 2013
Document: ... is consistent with the statute requiring passage of licensure examinations within a seven-year time period. 22 TAC §163.7 The amendment revises the 10-year rule for applicants who have not passed a licensure examination listed in §163.6 so that the practice of medicine for at least six months under ...
Description: Rule Changes May 06, 2009
Document: ... 09 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on May 6, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 166, Physician Registration, with amendments to §162.2 Continuing Medical Education, would allow members of the Board's Expert Physician Panel up to 12 hours of ...
Description: Rule Changes May 05, 2011
Document: ... Changes - May 5, 2011
The following is a summary of the changes effective May 5, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: CHAPTER 164. PHYSICIAN ADVERTISING 22 TAC §§164.2, 164.4, 164.6 The Texas Medical Board (Board) adopts amendments to §164.2, concerning Definitions, §164.4, concerning Boa ...
Description: Rule Changes March 04, 1998
Document: ... nized by the Committee for Review and Recognition of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and sponsored by state medical societies, meet the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners' requirements for continuing medical education for license renewal. Chapter 171.9, Institutional P ...
Description: Rule Changes March 09, 2009
Document: ... 09 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on March 9, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 162, Supervision of Medical School and Physician Assistant Student, with amendments to §162.1, Supervision of Medical Students, provides for the supervision o ...
Description: Rule Changes March 07, 2002
Document: ... 02 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes that were effective 3-7-02 (Chapters 161, 163, 171, 180, 181, and 185) and 3-11-02 (Chapter 173). Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions. Rule review, repeal of §§161.1-161.5, and new §§161.1-161.13, r ...
Description: Rule Changes March 06, 2003
Document: ... 03 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes that were effective on March 6, 2003. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 164, Physician Advertising. Rule review with no changes. Chapter 183, Acupuncture. Amendments to ''183.1-184.4 and 183.6-183.18 for general clean-up ...
Description: Rule Changes April 16, 2008
Document: ... 08 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on March 16, 2008. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions , amending 161.7 Executive Director, authorizes the Executive Director to delegate responsibilities and authority to other staff memb ...
“As of 9/1/2015, the fee for physician licensure in Texas is $817.00. The entire fee must be submitted before your application can be assigned and processed. This fee does not include the registration fee, which is due and payable upon issuance of your permanent license. ... ”
What is the fee to apply for a physician license?
As of 9/1/2015, the fee for physician licensure in Texas is $817.00. The entire fee must be submitted before your application can be assigned and processed. This fee does not include the registration fee, which is due and payable upon issuance of your permanent license.
“Yes. If you have passed a licensing examination (FLEX, NBME, NBOME, USMLE, COMLEX, LMCC or a state board examination) acceptable by the board, you may apply for licensure. ”
I have passed a licensing exam but do not hold a state or provincial license. Can I apply for physician licensure in Texas?
Yes. If you have passed a licensing examination (FLEX, NBME, NBOME, USMLE, COMLEX, LMCC or a state board examination) acceptable by the board, you may apply for licensure.
“No. A temporary license may only be issued after an applicant has met all requirements established by the state of Texas for permanent licensure ”
Can I apply only for a temporary physician license if I will be coming to Texas for just a week or so?
No. A temporary license may only be issued after an applicant has met all requirements established by the state of Texas for permanent licensure
“... a search for your name using the “Look Up a License” button on the homepage. If you have been issued a permit, your permit will be listed there. You can also check with your program coordinator to see if they have received the established confirmation from the Board that the permit was i ... ”
How can I verify that my PIT permit has been issued?
Please use the TMB provider search by performing a search for your name using the “Look Up a License” button on the homepage. If you have been issued a permit, your permit will be listed there. You can also check with your program coordinator to see if they have received the established confirmation from the Board that the permit was issued. Please refrain from sending emails or calls to inquire about your status unless it is more than 30 days past your application date.
“... rements 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.
“No. A Temporary License supersedes a PIT permit and a permanent license supersedes a Temporary License. ”
Can I continue to use my PIT permit if I obtain a Temporary License or permanent physician licensure?
No. A Temporary License supersedes a PIT permit and a permanent license supersedes a Temporary License.
“Be sure to make at least two copies of the Receipt page when you complete your online application. The amount you paid will be reflected on the receipt. You can keep one copy for your records and use the other copy to request reimbursement from your residency program or medical school. ... ”
How can my residency program or medical school reimburse my PIT application fee?
Be sure to make at least two copies of the Receipt page when you complete your online application. The amount you paid will be reflected on the receipt. You can keep one copy for your records and use the other copy to request reimbursement from your residency program or medical school.
“No. If you are unable to obtain a certified copy of your transcript directly from the school you will have to prove that you have made "exhaustive attempts" to obtain it. Your file will have to be reviewed by our Executive Review Group before a determination of acceptability can be made. Please cons ... ”
I graduated from a Medical School overseas and it is difficult for me to obtain a certified transcript of my scores and classes from them. Can I submit a copy of this from my own files?
No. If you are unable to obtain a certified copy of your transcript directly from the school you will have to prove that you have made "exhaustive attempts" to obtain it. Your file will have to be reviewed by our Executive Review Group before a determination of acceptability can be made. Please consult your licensing analyst AFTER you submit your application for details on proving "exhaustive attempts."
“... ensed physician in the US who has an unrestricted license. This means an MD or DO only. ”
I have been working for a Doctor of Podiatry/Optometrist/Dentistry for the last three years. Can I use this experience towards the 2000 hour requirements?
No. The Board Rules specify that you have to have worked for a licensed physician in the US who has an unrestricted license. This means an MD or DO only.
“... gical Assistants does not require that you have a license to practice as a Surgical Assistant so long as you are supervised by a physician. Please review the Occupations Code Section 206.002 for full details on applicability. Also: We are aware that many entities require that a Surgical Assistant wo ... ”
I need this license to practice as a surgical assistant in Texas, right?
No. The Texas Occupations Code concerning Surgical Assistants does not require that you have a license to practice as a Surgical Assistant so long as you are supervised by a physician. Please review the Occupations Code Section 206.002 for full details on applicability. Also: We are aware that many entities require that a Surgical Assistant working for them be licensed in Texas. Please be aware that this is not required by the State of Texas but instead may be the result of billing or institutional policies. Whatever the reason for applying for a license at this time, your application will be given due attention upon submission of all required documents.
“... ide us with a statement that gives an explanation of your request, a completed Name Change Application form and a notarized copy of the legal document(s) that granted your name change, i.e. marriage license, divorce decree etc. ”
What do I need to do to change the name I use professionally?
You must provide us with a statement that gives an explanation of your request, a completed Name Change Application form and a notarized copy of the legal document(s) that granted your name change, i.e. marriage license, divorce decree etc.
“... pdated online in most situations. For those license types that cannot use the online system, a Change of Address form is available, but not required. Information on the new Change of Address system is available at: http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/page/change-address ... ”
Can I give my change of address over the phone?
No. However, changes in mailing or practice addresses can now be updated online in most situations. For those license types that cannot use the online system, a Change of Address form is available, but not required. Information on the new Change of Address system is available at: http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/page/change-address
“... payment are due on or before the expiration date of the permit. However, you should allow at least 5 working days for the processing of the form, the fee and posting to the computer system. ”
Is the registration payment due before the expiration of a license?
Yes. The completed registration application and payment are due on or before the expiration date of the permit. However, you should allow at least 5 working days for the processing of the form, the fee and posting to the computer system.
“No. An additional processing fee of $50 will be charged to those licensees who choose to register through a hard copy form, when an online option is available. If an online option is not available (ex: license is delinquent or suspended at the time of registration) the additional processing fee will ... ”
Is it the same price to register online or by hard copy?
No. An additional processing fee of $50 will be charged to those licensees who choose to register through a hard copy form, when an online option is available. If an online option is not available (ex: license is delinquent or suspended at the time of registration) the additional processing fee will not be required.
“... subject to certain limitations, including percent of ownership by physician assistants. Tex. Occ. Code, Sec. 167.102(a), requires that a pain management clinic be owned and operated by physicians practicing in Texas under an unrestricted license. An ownership interest by anyone other than a physicia ... ”
How does HB 2098 affect my pain management clinic ownership?
HB 2098 has no effect on the requirement that pain management clinics be owned by physicians. HB 2098, enacted by the 82nd Legislature, allows entities to be jointly owned by physicians and physician assistants subject to certain limitations, including percent of ownership by physician assistants. Tex. Occ. Code, Sec. 167.102(a), requires that a pain management clinic be owned and operated by physicians practicing in Texas under an unrestricted license. An ownership interest by anyone other than a physician is not allowed. Note: The TMB cannot give legal advice. Please consult an attorney if you have questions regarding whether or not your entity is required to report. However, the owners of entities that have not been properly reported can be investigated.