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“My new Texas License was just issued. How long do I have to take and pass the Jurisprudence (JP) exam and complete the initial registration of my new license?
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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 biennially.
At this time, initial Acupuncture registration may not be co ... ”
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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 application online for re-activation/re-licensure and meet all of the current requirem ... ”
Description: TMB suspends Laredo physician (Vela)
Document: ... rily 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 suspension was effective immediately. The Board panel found that Dr. Vela is unable to pract ...
Description: Rule Changes December 30, 2007
Document: ... oluntary Relinquishment or Surrender of a Medical License , amending 196.2, Surrender Associated with Disciplinary Action, updating language; and 196.3, Surrender Associated with Impairment, updating language. Chapter 198, Unlicensed Practice, amending 198.2, Complaints, to make appropriate updates; ...
Description: Rule Changes December 23, 1997
Document: ... uirements for annual registration of telemedicine license holders. Chapter 175.1, Schedule of Fees & Penalties amendment which increases the annual registration fee to $310. Chapter 179.4, Investigation Files amendment clarifying reporting requirements. Chapter 185.2,.4,.19,.20-23 and .25, Physician ...
Description: Rule Changes December 18, 2011
Document: ... 190.14 requires the Board to revoke a physician's license if placed on deferred adjudication, community supervision for an offense related to the sexual or aggravated assault of a child, continuous sexual abuse of a child, or indecency with a child. The amendment also requires the Board to suspend o ...
Description: Rule Changes December 4, 2011
Document: ... rs for purposes of obtaining a full Texas medical license. The amendment to §163.2, relating to Full Texas Medical License for Licensure, establishes an expedited licensure process for applicants who are military spouses in accordance with Senate Bill 1733 (81st Regular Session). The amendment to §1 ...
Description: Rule Changes November 30, 2009
Document: ... er needed; §163.2, relating to Full Texas Medical License, is based on House Bill 3674 passed by the 81st Legislature to allow applicants for licensure to demonstrate board certification to satisfy requirements relating to substantial equivalence of medical education and permits applicants who are f ...
Description: Rule Changes November 30, 2003
Document: ... rs. Chapter 196, Voluntary Surrender of a Medical License. Amendments to §§196.1-196.3 for general cleanup of the chapter. NOTE: Chapter 168, Persons with Criminal Backgrounds and Chapter 188, Complaint Procedure Notification were repealed and no longer exist.
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Description: Rule Changes November 24, 2010
Document: ... es and add the fee amount for a regular temporary license to the application fee for full licensure, provisional licenses, telemedicine licenses and administrative license. In addition, due to fees associated with Texas Online, fees are increased an additional $10 for each of the licenses mentioned. ...
Description: Rule Changes October 17, 2010
Document: ... the chapter and exempts out-of-state telemedicine license holders, federally qualified health centers, and health insurance help lines from the chapter. The Board has determined that the changes are necessary to have the rules applied to only certain telemedicine providers. Amendments to §174.2, con ...
Description: Rule Changes September 27, 2007
Document: ... ns: Delegation, relating to establishing that the verification of a contact lens prescription may substitute for an original signature to create a valid contact lens prescription. Chapter 191, District Review Committees, amending 191.4 Activities and Scope of Authority. Deletes provision that allow ...
Description: Rule Changes September 23, 2010
Document: ... icine licenses and limits the use of this type of license for the interpretation of diagnostic testing and reporting results to a physician fully licensed and located in Texas or for the follow-up of patients where the majority of patient care was rendered in another state. http://www.sos.state.tx.u ...
Description: Rule Changes September 19, 2010
Document: ... ctice. Amendment to §185.7, relating to Temporary License, provides that the PA Board may revoke a temporary license when necessary. Amendment to §185.16, relating to Employment Guidelines, deletes language based on recent statutory changes, and clarifies that a physician may supervise more than fiv ...
Description: Rule Changes August 20, 2009
Document: ... e exam, and makes presentation of state licensure verification a discretionary requirement rather than mandatory for each applicant; §185.6, Annual Renewal of License, allows physician assistants to obtain six hours of continuing medical education (CME) per year by serving as an expert panel reviewe ...
Description: Rule Changes August 10, 2008
Document: ... mmittee; §172.3 Distinguished Professor Temporary License, §172.6 Visiting Professor Temporary License, and §172.8 Faculty Temporary License, refer to medical schools that are accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education or the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of Professional Educ ...
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 ...
“... sed 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 L ... ”
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.
“... g link: http://www.tmb.state.tx.us/page/look-up-a-license. Texas Health Compare – an online guide from the Texas Department of Insurance for choosing health plans and providers, available at the following link: http://www.texashealthoptions.com/compare/index.html. Other provider directories ... ”
How do I find a new physician?
The TMB does not provide a referral service or make recommendations to patient consumers regarding specific health care providers. Here are some tips on locating a new physician:
For physicians who accept Medicare payments, visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Physician Compare: https://www.medicare.gov/physiciancompare/.
For Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), visit https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip.
“... ou have been previously fingerprinted for another license or by another agency, we apologize for the inconvenience; however you will still be required to submit the fingerprint criminal history background to the TMB. Per Title 28, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 50.12, FBI fingerprinting ... ”
I was just fingerprinted for another agency. Can you use those fingerprint results?
If you have been previously fingerprinted for another license or by another agency, we apologize for the inconvenience; however you will still be required to submit the fingerprint criminal history background to the TMB. Per Title 28, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 50.12, FBI fingerprinting reports are only allowed to be used for the purposes requested. Therefore, we are not able to access fingerprint results that were submitted to another agency (other states licenses, CHL permits, other background checks, etc.). Applicants or Texas licensees looking to renew their licensure must use the TMB Service Code and their Board issued 6-digit ID# on the IdentoGo website in order for our agency to receive your DPS/FBI consolidated report. If you used any other service code other than the one assigned to the TMB, those results cannot be disclosed to our agency. Refer to the instructions provided to you by either the Licensure or Registrations Department.
“... ce 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.
“... or renewal of an active Texas Physician Assistant License. ”
Does Texas require NCCPA Certification?
NCCPA Certification is required for initial licensure in Texas but not for renewal of an active Texas Physician Assistant License.
“Applications for PA licensure are submitted online. ”
How do I apply for a PA license?
Applications for PA licensure are submitted online.
“... s a fee of $107 if you are requesting a temporary license. ”
What is the PA application fee?
The application-processing fee is $220.00 that must be submitted along with the completed application. In addition, there is a fee of $107 if you are requesting a temporary license.
“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. ”
How long does it take to process a license 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.
“No. Texas law 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.
“... . 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 t ... ”
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.
“Yes. All physician applicants are required to submit their fingerprints for a criminal background check. ”
When I apply for a physician license, will I have to have my fingerprints taken?
Yes. All physician applicants are required to submit their fingerprints for a criminal background check.
“The Board assigns the first registration period. These vary in length from 12 to 24 months. First time registration fees are prorated accordingly:Initial Registration Fee prorated amounts, as of 9/1/2023:Initial registration of 12 months - $283.48Initial registration of 24 months - $469.48 ... ”
What is the initial registration fee for my physician license?
The Board assigns the first registration period. These vary in length from 12 to 24 months. First time registration fees are prorated accordingly:
Initial Registration Fee prorated amounts, as of 9/1/2023:
Initial registration of 12 months - $283.48
Initial registration of 24 months - $469.48
“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 ... ”
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.
“... s 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.