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“... mplete certain specific opioid related continuing medical education. These new CME requirements outlined above apply to the renewal of a license on or after September 1, 2020.
New Human Trafficking Prevention CME Requirements
House Bill 2059 (2019) requires physicians, physi ... ”
“... eported name, location and graduation date of all medical schools attended by the physician.
Also displayed is the physician reported graduate medical education taken in the US or Canada, including the following: Program name, Location, begin and end date, Type of program (residency, fellowsh ... ”
“The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) is a voluntary, expedited pathway to licensure for qualifying physicians who wish to practice in multiple states.
On June 7, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law House Bill 1616 which was passed by the 87th Texas Legislature, making Texas the 33r ... ”
“... that a delay would adversely impact the patient's medical condition; or
before January 1, 2021.
A physician may apply for a waiver from the electronic prescribing requirement by:
submitting a waiver request to the TMB and providing required information, and
demonstrating circumstances neces ... ”
“... a board that is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists. ”
“Before you apply
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“... th the Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Records and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Please be advised that taking a photo is part of the fingerprinting process and a requirement. The Department of Public Safety has requested that IdentoGo maintain a 6’ distance when possib ... ”
“... bsp; a copy of a certificate of completion or official transcript showing completion of an approved limited program.
What is the fee to take the LMRT Exam?
There is no fee due to the TMB for the application to take the LMRT Exam at this time. However, once approved th ... ”
“... as without obtaining a certificate from the Texas Medical Board (TMB). Certain exemptions apply and can be found in Texas Occupations Code (TOC) §168.002.
A pain management clinic may now apply to be designated as a "Gold Designated Practice." Clinics that choose to apply for the & ... ”
“... uing Education Tracking with CE Broker.
The Texas Medical Board has partnered with CE Broker, an online continuing education compliance platform, to provide our licensees with an additional tool to help them more easily find, track, and report continuing education coursework.
All PHYSICIAN, RESPIRAT ... ”
Description: TMB President Zaafran Provides COVID-19 Update at August Board Meeting
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Description: TMB suspends Midlothian physician (Astbury)
Document: Texas Medical Board Press Release
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Description: TMB disciplines 24 physicians at August meeting, extends emergency rule
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Description: TMB suspends Houston physician (Seth)
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Description: Medical Board 2020 - June - Full Board Minutes
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Description: Medical Board 2020 - July 1 - Emergency Executive Committee Minutes
Document: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEEMERGENCY MEETINGVIDEOCONFERENCEMINUTESJuly 1, 2020The emergency meeting was called pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code, Section 551.045. The meeting
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Description: Medical Board 2020 - August 10 - Emergency Executive Committee Minutes
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Description: Medical Board 2020 - August - Executive - Committee Minutes
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMINUTESHURSDAYUGUST The meeting was called to order at by the chair, Sherif Z. Zaafran, M.D.Committee members present were Kandace Farmer, D.O.; Michael Cokinos;andManuel “Manny” Quinones, Jr., M.D.Committee member not present wasLinda Molina, J.D. V ...
Description: Medical Board 2020 - August - Finance - Committee Minutes
Document: TEXAS MEDICAL BOARDFINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTESAugustCommittee Chair Michael Cokinos called the meeting to order at a.m. Committee members present were Sharon BarnesSherif Z. Zaafran, M.D., and Kandace B. Farmer, D.O.Scott Holliday, D.O., M.B.Anot present.Other board members present wereanuel ...
Description: Medical Board 2020 - August - Disciplinary Process Review Committee Minutes: Agenda Item 02: TX PHP Report; Agenda Item 04: Enforcement Report; Agenda Item 07: List of Potential Expert Panelist; Agenda Item 11: Legal Dismissals; Agenda Item 11: Case List ...
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Description: Medical Board 2020 - August - Licensure - Committee Minutes
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Description: TMB restricts Floresville physician (Williams)
Document: Texas Medical Board Press Release
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Description: Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology suspends Houston MRT (Eoff)
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Description: Medical Board 2021 - March - Executive Committee Minutes
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Description: TMB Legislative Appropriations Request FY 22-23
Document: ... tem of Texas (ABEST)11/4/2020 11:31:58AM503 Texas Medical Board87th Regular Session, Agency Submission, Version 1BOARD MEMBER / DATES OF TERMS / HOMETOWNArun Agarwal /September 30, 2019 to April 13, 2025/ DallasDevinder S. Bhatia, M.D. /September 30, 2019 to April 13, 2025/Houston Sharon J. Barnes/ ...
“... 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.
“No, neither the Medical Practice Act nor the Nursing Practice Act authorize independent practice by a CRNA. Additionally, Texas Attorney General Opinion No. KP-0266 found “A certified registered nurse anesthetist does not possess independent authority to administer anesthesia without del ... ”
Are CRNA’s authorized to practice independent of physician supervision and delegation?
No, neither the Medical Practice Act nor the Nursing Practice Act authorize independent practice by a CRNA. Additionally, Texas Attorney General Opinion No. KP-0266 found “A certified registered nurse anesthetist does not possess independent authority to administer anesthesia without delegation by a physician.” (Page 5). Since the selection and administration of anesthesia is a medical act, CRNAs must be properly delegated this act by a physician. A CRNA who administers anesthesia without proper delegation from a physician would be liable for the unlicensed practice of medicine.
“... w to register their delegating physicians, as the Medical Board does not have licensing authority for nurses. ”
Do I have to let the Medical Board know about my delegates/supervising physicians?
Yes, if you are a physician or a physician assistant.
Physicians are required to register all PAs and APRNs that they supervise prior to the delegates beginning to work for them. If there is a change to the scope of the delegation, physicians must notify the Board within 30 days of this change.
PAs are likewise required to register their supervising physicians with the Board prior to beginning to practice under the employment or prescriptive authority agreement. They are also required to notify the Board within 30 days of any change to the scope of the delegation.
APRNs should look to guidance provided by the Texas Board of Nursing for how to register their delegating physicians, as the Medical Board does not have licensing authority for nurses.
“As with all medical records documentation, the notation must be contemporaneous, legible and provide complete information. In this case, complete information would include the date of the review and the identity of the provider who reviewed the information. ... ”
What amount of detail must be in the documentation of the PMP check?
As with all medical records documentation, the notation must be contemporaneous, legible and provide complete information. In this case, complete information would include the date of the review and the identity of the provider who reviewed the information.
“... ains information accurate up to 24 hours prior to completion of the check. ”
How far ahead of time can I check the PMP?
There is nothing that discusses how far ahead of time the PMP check can be undertaken, however the reason for the requirement is to ensure that prescribers have as much information as possible in order to make informed decisions about prescribing certain controlled substances. If the PMP check is completed too far ahead of time, then there may be new information in the PMP that the prescriber is not considering.
The PMP is updated on a 24-hour basis and therefore contains information accurate up to 24 hours prior to completion of the check.
“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. ”
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.
“... th the Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Records and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. ”
Can I get my fingerprints done anywhere?
Not at this time. Fingerprinting services are provided through IdentoGo by IDEMIA (formerly known as MorphoTrust USA, LLC) for a fee, payable directly to IdentoGo. Results of the fingerprinting will be sent directly to TMB from both the Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Records and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
“The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee. However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to pr ... ”
Why does the application ask about my mental and physical health status?
The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee. However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to practice and, therefore, must inquire to the extent necessary to make this determination. While the application does include a question pertaining to impairment, the question has been thoughtfully written to limit overly broad probing language that might dissuade health professionals from seeking treatment and reporting their conditions.
“The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee. However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to pr ... ”
Why am I asked about my mental and physical health status during renewal?
The Board understands that medical or mental health treatment is a normal part of many people's lives and receiving treatment such as counseling or therapy does not alone disqualify a licensee. However, the Board is obligated to determine whether a licensee is physically and mentally fit to practice and, therefore, must inquire to the extent necessary to make this determination. While the renewal process does include a question pertaining to impairment, the question has been thoughtfully written to limit overly broad probing language that might dissuade health professionals from seeking treatment and reporting their conditions.