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Physician Assistant License Overview

“... ian assistant license to qualified individuals to practice in Texas.  In addition to a license, physician assistants in Texas must practice under the supervision of one or more supervising physicians, and if prescribing drugs, must have a prescriptive delegation agreement with their supervising ... ”

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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 ... ”

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Texas Medical Board Overview

“ The Texas Medical Board consists of 12 physician members and seven public members appointed for six-year terms by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. The full Board convenes five times a year. Typical Board business includes interviewing licensure candidates, considering disciplinary matters, ... ”

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Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Designation

“... dical Officer Designation/Contact Form Compromise of Medical Judgement Report Form   The bill requires that a hospital directly hiring physicians appoint a chief medical officer and put in place policies to ensure that a physician employed by the hospital exercises the physician's independent ... ”

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Laws/Practice Acts

“... cupations Code includes the enabling statutes and practice acts for physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, medical radiologic technologists, medical physicists, perfusionists, and respiratory care practitioners. The relevant chapters are listed below.   The compl ... ”

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Non-Profit Health Organizations Registration

“The Texas Occupations Code (see Laws/Practice Acts) and Board Rules authorize the Texas Medical Board to approve and certify two types of health organizations which meet certain strict criteria. Both types of nonprofit health organizations must keep TMB informed of changes in their by-laws ... ”

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Non-Profit Health Organizations Licensing

“The Texas Occupations Code (See Laws/Practice Acts ) and Board Rules authorizes the Texas Medical Board to approve and certify two types of health organizations which meet certain strict criteria. Both types of nonprofit health organizations must keep TMB informed of changes in their by-laws an ... ”

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Texas Occupations Code & Board Rules

“... cludes links to: the agency's relevant sections of statute (laws/practice acts) rules for physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and other license types, including adopted rule changes by year, and  the most recent proposed rule changes as well as information about the rulemaki ... ”

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Overview of Physician Licenses and Permits

“... ull 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 permits. Limited ... ”

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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 ... ”

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Physician Assistant Documentation Checklist

“... and Reissuance) must submit the following: Proof of Identify.  Copy of birth certificate or passport. Dean's Certification (Form D). This form can be found by clicking the Supplemental Forms link to the left and selecting Licensing Forms PA. Request that each PA school you attended submit both ... ”

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PA Board Biographies

“... arrie Lynn Crosby, MPAS, PA-C Karrie Lynn Crosby, of Robinson, is the Presiding Officer of the Texas Physician Assistant Board. Crosby is a Physician Assistant for Baylor Scott and White Health, currently working in Family Medicine in the Waco, Texas, area. Prior to her current position, she worked ... ”

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PA Board Overview

“... nt Board convenes three times a year and consists of 13 members appointed by the governor for a six-year term. Seven are practicing physician assistants, including the presiding officer. Additionally, three members are licensed physicians and three are public members. Statutorily mandated activities ... ”

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PA Board Committees

“... d reviews proposed rules regarding the discipline of physician assistants and enforcement of the Physician Assistant Licensing Act, section 18 and section 19; oversees the disciplinary process and gives guidance to the board and staff regarding methods to improve the disciplinary process and more ef ... ”

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PA Registration/Renewal

“... y 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 Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us using the subject line: “PA renew ... ”

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Title: Rule Changes March 05, 2000

Description: Rule Changes March 05, 2000 

Document: ... 00 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes that are effective 03-0500. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure - proposed amendments to §163.1 and 163.5, regarding licensure examinations and official translations of documents. Chapter 171, Institutional ...

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Title: Rule Changes March 07, 2012

Description: Rule Changes March 07, 2012

Document: ... s profile and specifically excludes the reporting of utilization review provided in relation to worker's compensation claims. The amendment to §173.3 clarifies that changes in address to be reported to the Board by physicians within 30 days of their occurrence, applies to both mailing and practice a ...

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Title: Rule Changes March 07, 2002

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 ...

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Title: Rule Changes April 16, 2008

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 ...

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Title: Rule Changes April 27, 2003

Description: Rule Changes April 27, 2003

Document: ... 03 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes that were effective on April 27, 2003 and Chapter 200 effective May 4, 2003. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure. Amendments to §§163.1 and 163.10 regarding definitions and relicensure requirements. Chapter ...

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Title: Rule Changes February 28, 2011

Description: Rule Changes February 28, 2011

Document: ... es - February 28, 2011 The following is a summary of the changes effective February 28, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: Chapter 163: Licensure, amendment to §163.13, relating to Expedited Licensure Process, deletes language that requires applicants for an expedited license to practice ...

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Title: Rule Changes January 25, 2006

Description: Rule Changes January 25, 2006

Document: ... 06 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes that were effective on January 25, 2006. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions. Amendments change "Texas State Board of Medical Examiners" to "Texas Medical Board" and "Texas State Board of Physician ...

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Title: Rule Changes January 22, 2009

Description: Rule Changes January 22, 2009

Document: ... 09 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes effective on January 22, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163 Licensure, amending 163.5,Licensure Documentation, adds additional credentialing organizations that are recognized for the purpose of an international ...

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Title: Rule Changes January 06, 2002

Description: Rule Changes January 06, 2002

Document: ... 02 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes that were effective 1-6-02. Please replace the table of contents and these chapters in your rule book. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure. Proposed new 163.13, regarding expedited licensure process. Chapter ...

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Title: Rule Changes January 04, 2007

Description: Rule Changes January 04, 2007

Document: ... 07 Board Rules Changes The following is a summary of the changes that became effective on January 4, 2007. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure - (60) days extension of emergency rule currently in effect, adding 163.14 Interpretation of Section 1.51(d), S.B. 419, relating ...

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Title: Rule Changes January 02, 2013

Description: Rule Changes January 02, 2013

Document: ... .11 The amendment to §163.1 amends the definition of two-year training program to delete that residency training required for certification must be acceptable for board certification. The amendment to §163.2 amends the rule to clarify that licensure applicants who are foreign medical school graduate ...

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Title: Rule Changes December 22 and 25, 2011

Description: Rule Changes December 22 and 25, 2011

Document: ... cember 22 and 25, 2011 The following is a summary of the changes effective December 22, 2011 and December 25, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: The following is a summary of the changes effective December 22, 2011 and December 25, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: Effective ...

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Title: Press Release January 6, 2011

Description: Press Release January 6, 2011

Document: ... da Gage-White, M.D., will become Medical Director of the agency in mid-January. Gage-White, an ear, nose and throat specialist, served on the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners from 2002 to 2010 as president, vice-president and as a member of the Licensure Committee and the Board's Malpracti ...

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Title: Press Release January 18, 2011

Description: Press Release January 18, 2011 (PDF File)

Document: ... Julia Ward, M.D., suspended for illegal operation of pain clinic On January 14, 2011, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended the medical license of Julia Renee Ward, M.D., Lic. No. M5571, of Houston, after determining that Dr. Ward's continuation in the practice of med ...

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Title: Press Release January 12, 2010

Description: Press Release January 12, 2010 B (Pdf File)

Document: ... r (800) 248-4062. Medical Board Suspends License of Dr. Timothy N. Marks, Lic. # J-3719, of Dallas On Jan. 8, 2010, the Board entered an automatic Order of Suspension against Timothy N. Marks, M.D., due to his incarceration in a federal correctional facility following his conviction for failure to ...

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Does everyone at my practice have to apply for a waiver or just the medical director?

“Currently, each individual physician who needs a waiver will have to apply for their own individual waiver. Although this may change in the future, TMB is currently unable to track waivers by group.       ”

Do I need a waiver for each of my practice locations? 

“... re granted a waiver, it applies to all your Texas practice locations.  ”