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“... ace period for the expiration date of an acudetox license. Once the expiration date has occurred, penalty fee of $25 fee will be added ”
“... e information is gathered in conjunction with the license registration and is available to the public through our online verification database located here:
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“... sent to the licensee by email.
Can I get a license through the IMLCC in another state if I hold a Texas physician license other than a full and unrestricted license?
No. An LOQ can only be issued to those individuals who hold a full and unrestricted license in Texas. If you hold any other typ ... ”
“... ists, surgical assistants, and a variety of other license types.
Legislative Update - 87th Legislature (2021)
Legislative Update - 86th Legislature (2019)
TMB Joint Statement on Conclusion of 86th Legislature
Legislative Update - 85th Legislature (2017, Regular & 1st Called Sess ... ”
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Once a license is cancelled, the physician assistant will no longer be able to practice in the state of Texas as a physician assistant. In order to practice again in Texas following cancellation, a physician assistant must file an application for relicensure and meet all requireme ... ”
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Physician options for full and partial retirement are listed below.
Please see the FAQs at the bottom of the page for more information.
If you have any additional questions, please contact the Registration Department at Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us. ... ”
“... registration fee must be paid to keep the medical license current.
Physician Voluntary Charity Care Request Form ”
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If you are granted a supervised temporary license by the Licensure Committee or the Executive Director to meet active practice requirements you will be required to submit a log of the time worked. This log may also be used when the Licensure Committee recommends that you shadow for a certain ... ”
“Based on change in law in 2017, a Full medical license is required to practice Telemedicine in Texas. Therefore, the issuance of telemedicine licenses has been suspended. Until further notice, there are no changes to the existing Telemedicine licenses registration procedures. Options to transitionin ... ”
“... of the renewal before the expiration date of your license to avoid penalty fees.
Physician licenses expire at one of 4 times during the year, February 28th, May 31st, August 31st, or November 30th. These registration periods are assigned by the TMB at the time of licensure, and the fees are pro-rate ... ”
“... sees. The verification includes: licensee's name, license or permit number, issue date, expiration date, disciplinary status, and our board seal will be affixed.
There is no fee for state board verifications. Please allow 10 working days to process your verification. The verification will be mailed ... ”
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Acupuncturist Regular Temporary License - $107 - ACUPUNCTURE TEMPORARY LICENSE AFFIDAVIT
TSBAE meets and grants permanent licenses four times per year. A temporary license may be issued prior to the meeting of the Acupuncture Board upon completion of application process.
Temporary ... ”
“... 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 ... ”
“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.
Physicians can register online 60-90 days prior to expiration. Regist ... ”
“... o;AC renewal”, and please also include your license number. This will help us route your request appropriately for a faster response. ”
Description: Press Release March 19, 2008 A (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of Dennis Donald Roberts, M.D., of Houston
A panel of the Texas Medical Board suspended the license of Dennis Donald Roberts, M.D., license number M6362, after determining that Dr. Roberts' continuation in the practice of medicine would prese ...
Description: Press Release March 23, 2004 (PDF File)
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Tuesday, March 23, 2004
Medical Board Suspends License of Juan C. Ruffier, M.D.
A panel of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners temporarily suspended the license of Juan C. Ruffier, M.D., License #G6006, of El Paso, after determining that Dr. Ruffier's continuation in the practice of medici ...
Description: Press Release March 25, 2009 (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of Shirley Pigott, M.D., of Victoria
A panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended the license of Shirley Pigott, M.D., license #F7054, of Victoria, after determining that Dr. Pigott's continuation in the practice of medicine prese ...
Description: Press Release March 26, 2009 (PDF File)
Document: ... 5-7030 or (800) 248-4062.
Medical Board Suspends License of Bruce Robin McFarland, M.D. of Corpus Christi
The Texas Medical Board entered an Automatic Suspension Order against Bruce Robin McFarland, M.D., license number H-3353, on March 16 after determining that Dr. McFarland had violated a previou ...
Description: Press Release March 28, 2006 (PDF File)
Document: ... 305-7030 or (800) 248-4062 Medical Board Suspends License of Arturo A. Torres, M.D., of Houston A panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended the license of Arturo A. Torres, M.D., license #H2085, of Houston, after determining that Dr. Torres' continuation in the practice of medicine pres ...
Description: Press Release April 01, 2005 (PDF File)
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Thursday, April 1, 2005 Medical Board Suspends License of Gary Lee Bryan, M.D., of Plano A panel of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners suspended the license of Gary Lee Bryan, M.D., license number M0024, after determining that Dr. Bryan's continuation in the practice of medicine presents ...
Description: Press Release April 02, 2003 (PDF File)
Document: ... procedures for reinstatement and reissuance of a license. Chapter 169, Authority of Physicians to Supply Drugs: Rule review and amendments to 169.1-.5 and 169.7 for general cleanup of the chapter. Chapter 171, Posgraduate Training Permits: Amendments to 171.1 regarding reporting requirements relati ...
Description: Press Release April 03, 2008 A (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of Beauford Basped, D.O., of Fort Worth
A panel of the Texas Medical Board suspended the license of Beauford Basped, D.O., license #E3813, of Fort Worth, after a hearing in which the panel determined Dr. Basped had violated previous orders. T ...
Description: Press Release April 05, 2002 (PDF File)
Document: ... rocess in order to shorten the current wait for a license, which can take up to six months. Physicians coming into Texas with positions open to them depending on their being licensed in the state have expressed frustration at the slowness of the process, as have institutions and practices waiting to ...
Description: Press Release April 07, 2004 (PDF File)
Document: ... ling $65,250. The board temporarily suspended the license of two physicians since the last board meeting. At its February 27 meeting, the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners took disciplinary action against four licensed physician assistants and assessed administrative penalties in th ...
Description: Press Release April 07, 2005 (PDF File)
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Thursday, April 7, 2005 Medical Board Suspends License of William Scott Blessing, M.D., of Dallas A panel of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners suspended the license of William Scott Blessing, M.D., license number E0820, after determining that Dr. Blessing's continuation in the practice o ...
Description: Press Release April 09, 2001 (PDF File)
Document: ... er was entered on 3-30-01 restricting physician s license for five years under certain terms and conditions. Action due to failure to practice medicine consistent with public health and welfare. Brown, Barry M., M.D., Houston, TX, Lic. #D6234 An Agreed Order was entered on 3-30-01 suspending the phy ...
Description: Press Release April 09, 2002 (PDF File)
Document: ... d on 3-6-02 temporarily suspending the physicians license due to evidence and information that the physicians continuation in the practice of medicine would constitute a continuing threat to the public welfare. The allegations related to the application for temporary suspension are to be the subject ...
Description: Press Release April 10, 2000 (PDF File)
Document: ... ysician or the public to reinstate a physician s license. Chapter 171, Institutional Permits, new 171.7 concerning postgraduate research permits. Chapter 174, Telemedicine, amendment to 174.3 concerning non-disciplinary actions taken by other state licensing boards. Chapter 192, Office-Based Anesth ...
Description: Press Release April 10, 2009 (PDF File)
Document: ... ed that the average time to issue a Texas medical license has gone down to about 30 days. When the average time to license a Texas physician reached a peak of 100 days in September, 2007, the Legislature mandated that TMB reduce licensing time to 51 days. The addition of staff and resources, along w ...
“A temporary certificate shall expire one year from the date of issue. A person whose temporary certificate has expired is not eligible to reapply for another temporary certificate. ”
I have already been issued a previous temporary license. Can I be issued another temporary license? Can I renew my temporary license?
A temporary certificate shall expire one year from the date of issue. A person whose temporary certificate has expired is not eligible to reapply for another temporary certificate.
“No. All applicants are required to submit a copy of their certified transcript that documents completion/graduation from the program. ”
I haven’t graduated from my program yet. Can I get my temporary RCP license now?
No. All applicants are required to submit a copy of their certified transcript that documents completion/graduation from the program.
“... questions on applying for a DEA under a temporary license, please contact the DEA directly. https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/index.html ”
Can I get a DEA number with my temporary license?
You must register your supervising physician with the TMB prior to applying with the DEA. For information or questions on applying for a DEA under a temporary license, please contact the DEA directly. https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/index.html
“... re issued once a month. Please refer to the License Issue Dates link on the left for detailed information on the scheduled licensing dates and deadlines. ”
When will I be issued my permanent license?
Permanent licenses are issued once a month. Please refer to the License Issue Dates link on the left for detailed information on the scheduled licensing dates and deadlines.
“... ite to the registration of a surgical assistant's license, 18 hours of continuing education are required every 12 months, with at least half being Category I. That is 36 hours of CE every 24 months (24 month timeline is in relation to the biennial registration period, not the calendar year). ... ”
How many hours of continuing education (CE) are required per year for a surgical assistant?
As a prerequisite to the registration of a surgical assistant's license, 18 hours of continuing education are required every 12 months, with at least half being Category I. That is 36 hours of CE every 24 months (24 month timeline is in relation to the biennial registration period, not the calendar year).
“To return to practice from retired status, a physician must obtain approval of the Board after submitting a written request. If a physician has been on official retired status for two years or longer, the request must be reviewed by the Licensure Committee of the Board. Please contact th ... ”
My physician license is currently in a retired status. How to I return it to an active status so I can practice?
To return to practice from retired status, a physician must obtain approval of the Board after submitting a written request. If a physician has been on official retired status for two years or longer, the request must be reviewed by the Licensure Committee of the Board. Please contact the Registration department for information on the approval procedure.
“... red (alone or in combination) to return a retired license to an active status: limitation of the practice of the requestor to specified activities of medicine and/or exclusion of specified activities of medicine; passage of the Special Purpose Examination (SPEX); remedial education, including but no ... ”
Are there any additional requirements that I need to complete before I request to return my retired physician license to an active status?
To return to practice from retired status, a physician must obtain approval of the Board after submitting a written request. Please contact the Registration department for information on the approval procedure.
If the request is granted, it may be granted without conditions or subject to such conditions which the board determines are necessary to adequately protect the public. Requests are reviewed on a case by case basis.
Below are some examples of conditions that may be required (alone or in combination) to return a retired license to an active status:
“... nurse practitioner has a waiver, you will have to look at the delegating physician’s public profile. You can look up a prescriber’s public profile here: Look up a LicenseNOTE: Per the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, a “pharmacist is not responsible for ensuring there is a waiv ... ”
How can someone determine if a practitioner has a waiver?
If a physician has a waiver from e-prescribing, it is viewable on their public profile page, under the section entitled “Verified Information.” If you want to verify that a PA or nurse practitioner has a waiver, you will have to look at the delegating physician’s public profile. You can look up a prescriber’s public profile here: Look up a License
NOTE: Per the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, a “pharmacist is not responsible for ensuring there is a waiver. In addition, there is no requirement of the pharmacist to ensure an appropriate waiver is granted.”
“... kground check results will be required prior to a license being able to access the online registration system. While processing times vary (average turnaround time is less than 10 business days), please note it can take 4-6 weeks for hard card submissions. If you believe that you should ... ”
I submitted my fingerprints. Why am I still not able to enter the online registration?
Please note that the fingerprint background check results will be required prior to a license being able to access the online registration system. While processing times vary (average turnaround time is less than 10 business days), please note it can take 4-6 weeks for hard card submissions. If you believe that you should be able to access the online registration system, and you are not able to, please contact us a Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us.
“... 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 prior to the next registration/renewal of your license. ... ”
I was previously printed by another entity or state. Can you use those results?
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. 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 prior to the next registration/renewal of your license.
“... ingerprint 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 instructions for your finger ... ”
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 instructions for your fingerprint submission.
*Please note that completing your fingerprints prior to your renewal period will NOT enable you to renew your license early. Your registration window will only open within 60-90 days of your license expiration date.