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“... ed licensee forms, special topics related to your practice, outreach information and helpful links to medical schools, and other state and federal health care regulatory agencies. ”
“... educate physician licensees about the regulation of the practice of medicine through physician licensure and enforcement.
Attendees licensed to practice medicine in Texas are eligible to receive credit for one hour of formal ethics CME for TMB registration requirements.TMB Announcement for 2024 Out ... ”
“... welfare by establishing and maintaining standards of excellence used in regulating the practice of medicine and ensuring quality health care for the citizens of Texas through licensure, discipline and education.
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“Each physician licensed to practice medicine in Texas using the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) must complete the Jurisprudence Exam (JP exam) then register his or her license with the Board and pay a registration fee. You must complete the JP exam, initial registration, and ... ”
“... laints must be submitted in writing. The identity of complainants is protected and kept confidential by law, with the exception of complaints filed by insurance and pharmaceutical companies. The Board cannot accept complaints submitted anonymously. The most frequent complaints involve issues related ... ”
“... physician cannot engage in clinical activities or practice medicine in a Texas, and
to be eligible for retired status, a physician's license cannot be under investigation, under a Board order, or be otherwise restricted.
To return to practice from retired status, a physician must submit an app ... ”
“... dical 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 not granted ... ”
“... ued 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, such as academic appointments, length of time in a profession, schol ... ”
“... irements for permanent licensure to enable you to practice until issuance of your permanent license on the next scheduled licensing date. Permanent licenses are issued once a month. Use the License Issuance Dates link to the left for the list of specific dates and cutoff deadlines. If you ... ”
“... ctive 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 radiologic technicians; and certifies 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 considering applying for a provisional license must first su ... ”
“... ermit 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 cases of declared emergency disast ... ”
“... ited investigation information by Section 154.054 of the Texas Occupations Code Annotated Subtitle B (Vernon 2000). This 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 pursu ... ”
“... 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 ... ”
“... Care Entities as defined by Section 151.002(a)(5) of the Texas 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 Boa ... ”
Description: TMB suspends Laredo physician (Vela)
Document: ... ophysicianOn November, 2024, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended, without notice, the Texas medical license of Mario Jack Vela, M.D. (Lic. No. ), after determining his continuation in the practice of medicine poses a continuing threat to public welfare. The suspensi ...
Description: Rule Changes December 30, 2007
Document: ... 07 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on December 30, 2007. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 173, Physician Profiles , amending 173.1, Profile Contents, updating the name of the Board; 173.2, Profile Update and Correction Form, making it a violati ...
Description: Rule Changes December 4, 2011
Document: ... ges - December 4, 2011
The following is a summary of the changes effective December 4, 2011. Click here for the complete board rules: CHAPTER 163. LICENSURE 22 TAC §§163.1, 163.2, 163.6, 163.7, 163.11 The Texas Medical Board (Board) adopts amendments to §§163.2, 163.6, 163.7 and 163.11, concerning L ...
Description: Rule Changes November 30, 2009
Document: ... 09 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on November 30, 2009. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 163, Licensure , with proposed amendments to §163.1, relating to Definitions, deletes definition of "country of graduation" because the provision is no lo ...
Description: Rule Changes November 22, 1998
Document: ... 98 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the new rules that are effective 11-2298 Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions, amendments to 161.1 and new section 161.4, and repeal of Chapter 189, Rules Changes, which will bring the text up to date with curre ...
Description: Rule Changes October 17, 2010
Document: ... 010 Board Rule Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on October 17, 2010. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 174, Telemedicine: Amendments to §174.1, concerning Purpose, adds statutory authority for the chapter and exempts out-of-state telemedicine license holders ...
Description: Rule Changes September 27, 2007
Document: ... 07 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on September 20, 2007. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 161, General Provisions, amending to 161.3, Organization and Structure, regarding standards of conduct for Board members, including prohibiting expert te ...
Description: Rule Changes September 21, 2012
Document: ... relating to deadline requirements for submission of rebuttal materials that is in conflict with other provisions of the rule and the Medical Practice Act. The amendment to §187.83 deletes language requiring a panel member to sign cease and desist order, as rule already provides for executive direct ...
Description: Rule Changes September 19, 2010
Document: ... 010 Board Rule Changes
The following is a summary of the changes effective on September 19, 2010. Click here for the complete board rules. Chapter 180, Texas Physician Health Program and Rehabilitation Orders: Amendment to §180.2, concerning Definitions, adds that the Texas Physician Health and Reha ...
Description: Rule Changes September 19, 2002
Document: ... 02 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes that 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 ...
Description: Rule Changes September 18, 2011
Document: ... s - September 18, 2011
The following is a summary of the 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 con ...
Description: Rule Changes August 20, 2009
Document: ... 09 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the 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 appli ...
Description: Rule Changes August 10, 2008
Document: ... 08 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the 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 Direct ...
Description: Rule Changes July 04, 2012
Document: ... 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, provides that if an applicant for licensure has violated §170.002 or Chapter 171, Texas Health and Safety Code, the applicant will be co ...
Description: Rule Changes July 04, 2004
Document: ... 04 Board Rules Changes
The following is a summary of the changes 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. ...
“... also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may also be available there. ”
My physician closed his office. How do I get my medical records?
Put your request in writing and send it to the physician’s address listed on the physician’s Profile on the TMB website. You can also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may also be available there.
“... en request for records to the doctor’s next of kin or the executor of the doctor’s estate. A patient may also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may be available there. ... ”
My physician died. How do I get my medical records?
At this time there is no centralized state repository for medical records. Sometimes patients send a written request for records to the doctor’s next of kin or the executor of the doctor’s estate. A patient may also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may be available there.
“... an see the doctor’s reported specialty area of practice and any reported specialty board certifications. You can also see where your doctor went to medical school and whether your doctor has been disciplined by the Texas Medical Board. ”
The TMB doesn’t make referrals or recommendations. However, if you look up a doctor using “Look up a Licensee,” you can see the doctor’s reported specialty area of practice and any reported specialty board certifications. You can also see where your doctor went to medical school and whether your doctor has been disciplined by the Texas Medical Board.
“The corporate practice of medicine is a legal doctrine, which generally prohibits corporations, entities or individuals (i.e. non-physicians) from practicing medicine.A general summary of the corporate practice of medicine doctrine is that it prohibits physicians from entering into partnerships, emp ... ”
What is the "corporate practice of medicine"?
The corporate practice of medicine is a legal doctrine, which generally prohibits corporations, entities or individuals (i.e. non-physicians) from practicing medicine.
A general summary of the corporate practice of medicine doctrine is that it prohibits physicians from entering into partnerships, employee relationships, fee splitting, or other situations with non-physicians where the physician's practice of medicine is in any way controlled or directed by, or fees shared with a non-physician. Generally, physicians may enter into independent contractor arrangements with non-physicians. However, whether an independent contractor situation exists is a question of law and attendant facts.
Section 165.156 of the Medical Practice Act makes it unlawful for any individual, partnership, trust, association or corporation by use of any letters, words, or terms, as an affix on stationery or advertisements or in any other manner, to indicate the individual, partnership, trust, association or corporation is entitled to practice medicine if the individual or entity is not licensed to do so.
Section 164.052(a)(13) of the Medical Practice Act authorizes disciplinary action against any licensee for impersonation of a licensed practitioner or permitting another to use his license to practice medicine. Section 164.052(a)(17) authorizes disciplinary action against a practitioner for aiding or abetting, directly or indirectly, the practice of medicine by non-licensed individuals or entities.
Beginning in 2011, the Texas Legislature enacted laws authorizing certain types of hospitals and specific hospital districts to directly hire physicians.
Because of the highly technical aspects of this doctrine, a physician should consult with private counsel regarding any actual or contemplated arrangement. Please be advised that the Board staff is not authorized to provide private legal advice.
The following case law/legal authority may be helpful in the analysis and are available from any local law library or private counsel:
a. Garcia v. Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, 384 F.Supp. 434 (W.D. Texas 1974);
b. F.W.B. Rockett v. Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, 287 S.W.2d 190 (Tex. Civ.App.- San Antonio 1956, writ ref'd n.r.e.);
c. Watt v. Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, 303 S.W.2d 884 (Tex. Civ. App.- Dallas 1957, writ ref'd n.r.e.);
d. Flynn Brothers, Inc. v. First Medical Associates, 715 S.W.2d 782 (Tex. Civ. App.- Dallas 1986, writ ref'd n.r.e.)
e. Woodson v. Scott & White Hospital, 186 S.W.2d 720 (Tex. App. 1945, writ ref'd w.o.m.)
f. Tex. Atty. Gen. Op. JM-1042 (1989)
g. Tex. Atty. Gen. Op. WW-278 (1957).
h. Tex. Atty. Gen. Op. JM 369 (1985)
i. Tex. Atty. Gen. Op. DM-138 (1992)
j. Tex. Atty. Gen. Op. M-551 (1970)
k. The Medical Practice Act, Texas Occupations Code Annotated, Title 3, Subtitle B as amended, section 162.001.
l. The Medical Practice Act, Texas Occupations Code Annotated, Title 3, Subtitle B as amended, section 162.001.
m. The Medical Practice Act, Texas Occupations Code Annotated, Title 3, Subtitle B as amended, 151.055.
n. Occupations Code, section 102.001.
“... o and each and every time a physician or advanced practice professional (such as a physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse acting under a physician’s delegated authority) prescribes opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol, the patient’s prescribing histo ... ”
Is the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) check mandated each and every time a physician or authorized delegate prescribes one of the four scheduled drug types?
Yes. Prior to and each and every time a physician or advanced practice professional (such as a physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse acting under a physician’s delegated authority) prescribes opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol, the patient’s prescribing history must be reviewed by the physician or advanced practice professional issuing the prescription. For providers seeking information on how to access the PMP, please review Pharmacy Board PMP information at https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/pmp/.
“... ification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (formerly NCCA) http://www.nccaom.org/ 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 548-9004 The Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM) http://www.ccaom.org/ 3909 National Drive, Suite 125 Burtonsville ... ”
What is the contact information for the NCCAOM (formerly NCCA), CCAOM, and ACAOM (formerly NACSCAOM)?
Contact information for certifying organizations is as follows: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (formerly NCCA) http://www.nccaom.org/ 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 548-9004 The Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM) http://www.ccaom.org/ 3909 National Drive, Suite 125 Burtonsville, MD 20866 301-476-7790 (ph) 301-476-7792 (fax) Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (formerly NACSCAOM) http://www.acaom.org/ Maryland Trade Center #3 7501 Greenway Center Court Suite 820 Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 313-0855
“AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine https://www.aoma.edu 4701 West Gate Blvd Austin, Texas 78745 Phone: (512) 492-3017 Fax: (512) 454-7001 American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine http://www.acaom.edu/ 9100 Park West Drive Houston, Texas 77063 Phone: (713) 780-9777 Texas Health ... ”
What acupuncture schools in Texas are accredited or in the candidacy process to become accredited?
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine https://www.aoma.edu 4701 West Gate Blvd Austin, Texas 78745 Phone: (512) 492-3017 Fax: (512) 454-7001 American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine http://www.acaom.edu/ 9100 Park West Drive Houston, Texas 77063 Phone: (713) 780-9777 Texas Health and Science University (formerly Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine) http://www.thsu.edu/ 4005 Manchaca Road, Suite 200 Austin, Texas 78704 Phone: (512) 448-9999 Fax: (512) 444-6345
“... issued once your file is complete so that you can practice until the next Board meeting, when a permanent license will be issued. The fee is $107. ”
Is there an Acupuncture temporary license?
Yes. You may request that one be issued once your file is complete so that you can practice until the next Board meeting, when a permanent license will be issued. The fee is $107.
“... approved a hardship exemption, prior to starting practice. ”
How does the doctor register as a supervising physician for an NCT?
Registering a supervising physician for an NCT will no longer be required. However, an NCT will still need to obtain and maintain placement on the MRT Board’s general registry, or have an approved a hardship exemption, prior to starting practice.
“... approved a hardship exemption, prior to starting practice. ”
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.
“... d 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. ”
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.
“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 m ... ”
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.
“For information concerning practice opportunities in rural Texas please contact the State Office of Rural Health or the Southern Rural Access Program ”
How do I find out about career opportunities for physicians in rural Texas?
For information concerning practice opportunities in rural Texas please contact the State Office of Rural Health or the Southern Rural Access Program
“Applicants who fall into one of the following categories may be eligible for expedited handling: Physician applicants who agree to practice in a medically underserved area, a health professional shortage area, or a rural area; Physician applicants qualifying under HB1504, who have been fully license ... ”
Can my physician licensure application be expedited?
Applicants who fall into one of the following categories may be eligible for expedited handling:
“... 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 requir ... ”
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.