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“... spouse to file for recognition of a professional license from another state to practice that profession in Texas while stationed in Texas. Recognition requires proof that the individual is currently licensed in good standing in another state and has current orders assigning the servicemember to Tex ... ”
“... ws entities to be jointly owned by physicians and physician assistants subject to certain limitations, including percent of ownership by physician assistants. There are annual reporting requirements for physician and physician assistant owners.
Highlights include:
the organizers must be phys ... ”
“... ss this database choose the link “Look up a License” from our home page. This database will provide links to view Board Orders for most licensees, where applicable.
We also have an online verification system that allows registered health care entities to receive limited info ... ”
“... his can include legislation impacting physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, and a variety of other license types.
Access legislative updates here: Legislative Updates
As a state agency, TMB has a number of reporting requirements to the legislature ... ”
“FY 24 Staff and Board Meeting License Issuance Dates
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Licensing Date
Date File Must be Completed to be Licensed
Friday
09/01/2023
08/25/2023
Friday
09/15/2023
09/08/2023
Friday
09/29/2023
09/22/2023
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10/13/2023 (Board Meeting)
10/06/2023
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“... Medical Board issues a full unrestricted medical license to qualified physicians to practice medicine in Texas. Applicants who do not qualify for a full medical license may qualify for a limited license or permit. The Licensure Department of the Texas Medical Board is committed to furth ... ”
“... l Review Board (IRB) Annual Report
NEW - Physician Profile Update Request Form
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“... hool of Osteopathic Medicine (San Antonio)
Texas Physician Assistant Programs
Baylor College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Interservice Physician Assistant Program - Fort Sam Houston
Texas Tech University - School of Health Professionals - Physician Assistant Program
University of North ... ”
“... staff. Although the form may be designed for your license type, it may not be required.
Adobe Acrobat Reader is needed to view PDF files.
Additional Licensure forms are available under Forms. ”
“If you're a physician and you will EVER be called upon to sign a death certificate, state law requires you to register with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to file the certificate electronically.
You cannot wait until a death has occurred in order to register; that’s too l ... ”
“The Texas Physician Assistant Board issues a physician 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 presc ... ”
“... Examiners was formed in 1907. It consisted of 11 physician members appointed biennially by the governor and confirmed by the senate.
In 1931, the legislature increased the number to 12 physicians appointed for six year terms. Sunset legislation passed in 1981 provided that nine physician members be ... ”
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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, ... ”
“... fficer and put in place policies to ensure that a physician employed by the hospital exercises the physician's independent medical judgment in providing care to patients.
In addition, the hospital must put in place a mechanism to process and resolve complaints regarding interference or attempted int ... ”
“... abling 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 complete code is available here:&nb ... ”
Description: Press Release January 24, 2005 (PDF File)
Document: ...
Monday, January 24, 2005
Medical Board Suspends License of James Everett Elder Jr., M.D., of Plano
A panel of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners suspended the license of James Everett Elder Jr., M.D., license number K5289, after determining that Dr. Elder's continuation in the practice of ...
Description: Press Release January 25, 2003 (PDF File)
Document: ... tient care in which the board determined that the physician's knowledge, judgment, professiona lism and/or skill were lacking. The following criteria were used to identify the actions: the licenses were revoked, surrendered or indefinitely suspended, and the physician is currently out of practice; ...
Description: Press Release January 27, 2011 (PDF File)
Document: ... Desai, M.D., of Beaumont, suspending his medical license after determining that Dr. Desai's continuation in the practice of medicine constitutes a continuing threat to the public welfare. The Board's action was based on the finding that Dr. Desai, Lic. No. J1649, engaged in a pattern of inappropria ...
Description: Press Release January 31, 2007 A (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of Carlos D. Cunado, M.D., of Jasper
A panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended the license of Carlos D. Cunado, M.D., license #K6556, of Jasper, after determining that Dr. Cunado's continuation in the practice of medicine pres ...
Description: Press Release February 03, 2010 (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of William Robert Olmsted, M.D., of Georgetown
A panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended without notice the license of William Robert Olmsted, M.D., license #J1550, of Georgetown, after determining that Dr. Olmsted's continuati ...
Description: Press Release February 06, 2007 A (PDF File)
Document: ... 05-7030 or (800) 248-4062
Medical Board Suspends License of Steven H. Farber, M.D., of Conroe
A panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended the license of Steven H. Farber, M.D., license #F8102, of Conroe, after determining that Dr. Farber's continuation in the practice of medicine pres ...
Description: Press Release February 09, 2005 (PDF File)
Document: ... g $1,070,000. The board temporarily suspended the license of one physician since the last board meeting. The board accepted the voluntary surrender of the license of one non-certified radiologic technician. New Licenses Issued During its February 3-4 Board meeting, the Board approved the licensure a ...
Description: Press Release February 06, 2006 (PDF File)
Document: ... actions based on inappropriate conduct involving physician-patient relationships; six actions based on unprofessional conduct; one action based on peer review actions; two actions based on inadequate medical records; two actions based on violations of probation or prior orders; two voluntary surren ...
Description: Press Release February 09, 2009 A (PDF File)
Document: ... w requires that, if the agency executive is a non-physician, a medical director be hired. Robinson takes over the executive director position after the retirement of Donald W. Patrick, M.D., J.D., who served TMB as executive director from September 2001 through August 2008. Robinson began her career ...
Description: Press Release February 10, 2009 A (PDF File)
Document: ... dical Board Disciplines 33 Doctors and Issues 399 Physician Licenses
At its February 5-6 meeting, the Texas Medical Board took disciplinary action against 32 licensed physicians; in addition, the board has issued one temporary suspension since its last meeting. The actions included 11 violations bas ...
Description: Press Release February 11, 2000 (PDF File)
Document: ... totaling $42,000 were assessed. In addition, one physician has been placed under a temporary suspension order on an emergency basis and one physician s license was suspended due to violation of probation. The Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners, at its January 27 Board meeting , dis ...
Description: Press Release February 11, 2004 (PDF File)
Document: ... for licensure and general clean up. Chapter 164, Physician Advertising, proposed amendment to §164.4 regarding advertising board c ertification. Chapter 175, Fees, Penalties, and Applications, proposed amendments to §§175.1 and 175.4 relating to increases in application and registration fees for li ...
Description: Press Release February 11, 1999 (PDF File)
Document: ... .10, regarding Distinguished Professors Temporary License. Chapter 171, revisions to chapter regarding Physicians in Training. Chapter 185, Physician Assistants, section 185.14 concerning Notification of Intent to Practice and Supervise, and section 185.2 concerning the definition of the word "Submi ...
Description: Press Release February 13, 2001 (PDF File)
Document: ... ng $4,850 were assessed. The Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners, at its January 19 meeting, disciplined one physician assistant. Rule Changes The Board adopted the following proposed rule changes that were published in the Texas Register : Chapter 164, Physician Advertising: new 164. ...
Description: Press Release February 13, 2003 (PDF File)
Document: ... ere published in the Texas Register: Chapter 164, Physician Advertising: Rule review with no recommended changes. Chapter 183, Acupuncture: Amendment to §§183.1-183.4 and 183.6-183.18 for general cleanup of the chapter. Chapter 184, Surgical Assistants: Amendments to §§184.4, 184.6 and 184.8 regardi ...
“APRNs or PAs may prescribe schedule II drugs in the following situations: (1) in a hospital facility-based practice, in accordance with policies approved by the hospital's medical staff or a committee of the hospital's medical staff as provided by the hospital's bylaws to ensure patient safety ... ”
Who can prescribe Schedule II drugs under physician delegation?
APRNs or PAs may prescribe schedule II drugs in the following situations:
(1) in a hospital facility-based practice, in accordance with policies approved by the hospital's medical staff or a committee of the hospital's medical staff as provided by the hospital's bylaws to ensure patient safety and as part of care provided to a patient who:
(A) has been admitted to the hospital for an intended length of stay of 24 hours or greater; or
(B) is receiving services in the emergency department of the hospital; or
(2) as part of the plan of care for the treatment of a person who has executed a written certification of a terminal illness, has elected to receive hospice care, and is receiving hospice treatment from a qualified hospice provider.
“... or delegation of schedule II authority. The physician may only delegate authority to prescribe controlled substances in schedules III through V in this setting. Authority to prescribe dangerous drugs, nonprescription drugs and devices may be delegated in any setting. ... ”
Can schedule II authority be delegated in a free standing emergency department that is affiliated with a hospital?
No. A free standing emergency department is not located within the hospital anddoes not qualify as an eligible site for delegation of schedule II authority. The physician may only delegate authority to prescribe controlled substances in schedules III through V in this setting. Authority to prescribe dangerous drugs, nonprescription drugs and devices may be delegated in any setting.
“... sp;APRNs and PAs must consult with the delegating physician for refills of a prescription for controlled substances after the initial 90 day supply. Consultation is also required when prescribing controlled substances for children under the age of two years. In both cases, the consultati ... ”
How often is physician consultation required when prescribing controlled substances?
APRNs and PAs must consult with the delegating physician for refills of a prescription for controlled substances after the initial 90 day supply. Consultation is also required when prescribing controlled substances for children under the age of two years. In both cases, the consultation must be documented in the patient’s medical record.
“... 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 ma ... ”
How do I get a verification of my Texas license sent to another state?
Upon written request TMB will provide a state board verification to another state board regarding licensees. 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 directly to the state board of your request.
The form is avaliable under Verification Request in the "Licensee Resources" section of our website.
“... ecurity number of an applicant for or holder of a license, certificate of registration, or other legal authorization issued by a licensing agency to practice in a specific occupation or profession that is provided to the licensing agency is confidential and is not subject to disclosure under the ope ... ”
Is my social security number subject to open records through TMB?
The 76th Legislature passed HB 692, which states in part: "The social security number of an applicant for or holder of a license, certificate of registration, or other legal authorization issued by a licensing agency to practice in a specific occupation or profession that is provided to the licensing agency is confidential and is not subject to disclosure under the open records law."
The law was passed in the House on March 18 and in the Senate on May 17 and went into effect after being signed by Governor George W. Bush on May 29, 1999.
“... outh, as prescribed for the patient on order of a physician, at a dose level low enough to allow the patient to remain ambulatory.Level II Services: Delivery of analgesics or anxiolytics by mouth in dosages greater than allowed at Level I and tumescent anesthesia, as prescribed for the patient on or ... ”
What are the different levels of anesthesia services relating to OBA?
Level I Services: Delivery of analgesics or anxiolytics by mouth, as prescribed for the patient on order of a physician, at a dose level low enough to allow the patient to remain ambulatory.
Level II Services: Delivery of analgesics or anxiolytics by mouth in dosages greater than allowed at Level I and tumescent anesthesia, as prescribed for the patient on order of a physician.
Level III Services: Delivery of analgesics or anxiolytics other than by mouth, including intravenously, intramuscularly, or rectally.
Level IV Services: Delivery of general anesthetics, including regional anesthetics and monitored anesthesia care.
“ A physician who provides level II-IV anesthesia services in an outpatient setting (including analgesics and anxiolytics). A physician who performs a procedure for which level II-IV anesthesia services are provided in an outpatient setting (including analgesics and anxiolytics). ... ”
Who has to register for office-based anesthesia?
“You may be entering too much information in your search. Try entering in only the last name and first initial, or only the last name and the city where they practice. If you still have issues, please contact us at (512) 305-7010 for a verbal verification. ... ”
When I search for my physician, I get a “No records Match” message. Does my physician have a license in Texas?
You may be entering too much information in your search. Try entering in only the last name and first initial, or only the last name and the city where they practice. If you still have issues, please contact us at (512) 305-7010 for a verbal verification.
“Yes. Select a license type of “Physician” and a list of Specialties will appear for you to choose from. You can also narrow your search by entering in the city you would prefer. ”
I’m looking for a physician of a particular specialty. Does the “Look up a License” system let me do that?
Yes. Select a license type of “Physician” and a list of Specialties will appear for you to choose from. You can also narrow your search by entering in the city you would prefer.
“Unfortunately, at this time temporary physician assistant licenses are not available for verification online. Please contact us at (512) 305-7010 for a verbal verification. ”
The “Look up a License” system will not let me verify the temporary license of a physician assistant. How can I get this verification?
Unfortunately, at this time temporary physician assistant licenses are not available for verification online. Please contact us at (512) 305-7010 for a verbal verification.
“... oved training, teaching under a Faculty Temporary License in Texas, or a combination. ”
What are the requirements for an international medical school graduate to get a Full Texas Medical License?
The requirements are the same for International Medical School Graduates (IMGs) and U.S. or Canadian medical school graduates except that:
“... o; will show any non-disciplinary limitation on a physician’s license, such as “LUA - Limited to Underserved Area only”. If this area shows “None”, then the physician has no such limitation. ”
My physician’s profile says “Licensure Status: None". Does my physician have a license in Texas?
The “Licensure Status” will show any non-disciplinary limitation on a physician’s license, such as “LUA - Limited to Underserved Area only”. If this area shows “None”, then the physician has no such limitation.
“... Suspended, Active” is a suspended status. A license in this status is not an active license to practice medicine in Texas. However, a licensee with this status has maintained their registration requirements while the license is suspended, and should that suspension be lifted, the license can r ... ”
This physician’s profile shows “Registration Status: Suspended, Active”. How can a license be suspended and active at the same time?
The registration status “Suspended, Active” is a suspended status. A license in this status is not an active license to practice medicine in Texas. However, a licensee with this status has maintained their registration requirements while the license is suspended, and should that suspension be lifted, the license can return to an active status without additional registration requirements.
“At this time “Look up a License” can give access to any public actions taken against a Surgical Assistant. However, for additional information on the status of a Surgical Assistant license, please look under the “Other Healthcare Professionals” tab on the “Look up a Lic ... ”
How can I verify the license of a Surgical Assistant?
At this time “Look up a License” can give access to any public actions taken against a Surgical Assistant. However, for additional information on the status of a Surgical Assistant license, please look under the “Other Healthcare Professionals” tab on the “Look up a License” page.
“At this time “Look up a License” can give access to any public actions taken against a Pain Management Clinic (PMC) certificate. However, for additional information on the status of a PMC certificate, please look under the “Other Healthcare Professionals” tab on the “Lo ... ”
How can I verify a Pain Management Clinic Certificate?
At this time “Look up a License” can give access to any public actions taken against a Pain Management Clinic (PMC) certificate. However, for additional information on the status of a PMC certificate, please look under the “Other Healthcare Professionals” tab on the “Look up a License” page.