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“The Two-Stage Process: Pre-Licensure and Licensing
Stage 1 - Pre-Licensure
Look for an email from us with your LIST username and password the first working day after you apply.
Submit the items listed under the Lacking Reasons tab in LIST. These are the items we expect you to submit or comple ... ”
“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 ... ”
“... to receive reports of claims and lawsuits against physicians that are based on allegations of professional liability. These reports provide a detection system which may identify recurring patterns of unacceptable health care.
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“The retired status exempts physicians from the registration process, registration fee, and CME.
The following restrictions apply to physicians whose licenses are on retired status:
the physician cannot engage in clinical activities or practice medicine in any state,
the physician cannot pres ... ”
“... 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 licensure until all ... ”
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The Licensure Department licenses physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and surgical assistants; issues physician-in-training permits; registers non-certified radiologic technicians; and certifies acudetox specialists, pain management clinics, and non-profit health organi ... ”
“... as an independent, confidential program to serve physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, surgical assistants, medical physicists, perfusionists, respiratory care practitioners and medical radiologic technologists affected by substance use disorders, physical illnesses and impairment, and/ ... ”
“Physicians in Training (PIT)
These pages contain application information for Physicians in Training Permits. If you have any questions, please contact Pre-Licensure, Registration and Consumer Services at (512) 305-7030. ”
“... c Health license is a limited license that allows physicians to practice Public Health medicine. "Public health medicine," means professional managerial, administrative, or supervisory activities related to public health or the practice of medicine on behalf of and as defined by a governmental ... ”
“... society or association, or committee thereof, of physicians that follows a formal peer review process for the purpose of furthering quality medical or health care; and
(D) an organization established by a professional society or association of physicians or of hospitals, or both, that collects and ... ”
“... uest for all authorized information regarding the physicians listed.
As of 11/18/2020, any available investigative information or additional board action reports should be avaliable for download within 5 working days of request. ”
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Senate Bill 532 (2009), requires physicians to register with the TMB if the physicians delegate prescriptive authority to PAs or APNs.
Senate Bill 406 (2013), requires a prescriptive authority agreement be in place between a physician and a PA or APN that has been delegated prescriptive autho ... ”
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2000
Document: ... . Anderson Named President of Board Board Changes Profile Content A Message from the President Dr. F.M. "Skip" Langley is New Executive Director Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Medicaid Drug Use Review Renewal and CME Information Physicia ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2006
Document: ... numerous and diverse opinions from the public and physicians. The group consisted of representatives of the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, the Texas Pain Society, the National Foundation for Treatment of Pain, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and advance ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2002
Document: ... TS: Board Shows Regulatory Improvements Physician Profile Project Complete Board Approves Proficiency Requirement Osteoporosis Brochures Available Free from Texas Department of Health Rule Changes Board Begins On-line Renewals for Physicians Formal Complaints Disciplinary Actions
Board Shows Regula ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2001
Document: ... ber with an expiration date of November 30, 2001, physicians must provide all profile information as specified by the legislation and TMB rule. Profile information was collected on a voluntary basis during the past year as a pilot project . At least 12 other states have passed physician profile legi ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2004
Document: ... accountability for TMB to identify and discipline physicians who fail to meet the expected standards of professional behavior or competence. TMB has implemented and utilized new rules, procedures, and processes to more aggressively protect the public.
S.B. 104 sets new statutory deadlines ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2009
Document: ... assed in the 2009 legislative ses
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sion expanded physicians’ ability to delegate
prescribing to physician assistants and ad
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of statutes and regulations relating to prescriptive
delegation, including recent changes.
Under the Medical Practice Act, Texas Occupa
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Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2007
Document: ... icine, and is a member of the American College of Physicians, Travis County Medical Society, Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association, and the American College Health Association. She previously served as a public member of the Board of Directors of the State Bar of Texas, and volunte ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2010
Document: ... alth Program, or
TXPHP, recommends treatment for physicians
when clinically indicated, and monitors their
ongoing recovery. It is available to physicians,
physician assistants and other health
professionals licensed by the Texas Medical
Board or those who have applied for Texas
licenses. Alis ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2008
Document: ... s Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. He is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and has served as secretary-treasurer of the Austin Society of Internal Medicine, a member of the board of directors of the Seton Physician s Hospital Network, and a member, appoi ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 1997
Document: ... ondolences Clearinghouse Program CME Reminder for Physicians Correction Executive Director's Column Governor Appoints Board Members Legal and Ethical Issues of HIV in Medical Practice Medical Board Rule Changes Notice to Physicians Who Supervise Non-Certified Radiologic Technicians Position Statemen ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 1998
Document: ...
CONTENTS: Governor Appoints Five to Board Texas Physicians Need to Know about Lyme, Other Tick-Borne Diseases For More Information on Lyme Disease Formal Complaints Legislation Passed Affecting Medicine in Texas Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Texas Medicaid Drug Use Review Trip ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 1999
Document: ...
CONTENTS: Governor Appoints Five to Board Texas Physicians Need to Know about Lyme, Other Tick-Borne Diseases For More Information on Lyme Disease Formal Complaints Legislation Passed Affecting Medicine in Texas Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Texas Medicaid Drug Use Review Trip ...
Description: TMB Bulletin Fall 2005
Document: ... d Cutaneous Oncology, and the American College of Physicians. He serves on the board of Discovery Science Place, the Tyler Museum of Art and Tyler Vision 2010. Dr. Anderson is a development board member of the University of Texas at Tyler and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler. A ...
Description: TMB Bulletin June-July 2003
Document: ... lementary Medicine, and on the Public Information/Profile Committee. Mr. Ed Hicks Sr., a public member from Corpus Christi, served from 19972003. He was Secretary-Treasurer of the board from 2000-2003, chair of the Finance Committee and was on the Legislative and Disciplinary Process Review Committe ...
Description: TMB Bulletin March 2013
Document: ... believes one of the best ways to preThe number of physicians with a vent disciplinary ac on is to ensure Texas medical license physicians are well-informed about the laws of Texas as they relate to the prac ce of medicine. To provide licensees the most current and relevant informa on, the TMB in 201 ...
“... public and can be viewed on the physician’s profile. Formal complaints filed by the Board at the State Office of Administrative Hearings are public documents. ”
Are complaints public information?
Complaints and investigational information received and maintained are not public information, by state law. Any resulting disciplinary orders are public and can be viewed on the physician’s profile. Formal complaints filed by the Board at the State Office of Administrative Hearings are public documents.
“... erk in the county where your physician practices. Physicians are required to provide a description of any medical malpractice claim to the TMB for publication on the physician profile. ”
To learn if your physician has been sued, contact the court clerk in the county where your physician practices. Physicians are required to provide a description of any medical malpractice claim to the TMB for publication on the physician profile.
“Texas statutes do not require physicians to carry malpractice insurance. However, malpractice insurance is a requirement for privileges at many hospitals. ”
Texas statutes do not require physicians to carry malpractice insurance. However, malpractice insurance is a requirement for privileges at many hospitals.
“... tal records differ from those records provided by physicians. ”
What are reasonable fees for hospital records?
Requests for records created and kept by a hospital should be directed to the hospital rather than to the physician. Fees for hospital records differ from those records provided by physicians.
“Generally, seven years from the last treatment date. ”
How long do physicians have to keep medical records?
Generally, seven years from the last treatment date.
“... n’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. ... ”
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.
“... s 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 wher ... ”
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.
“... IRED until your renewal. Fingerprinting for physicians began with the February 2024 expiration dates. Licensees will receive advance notice from the TMB of when they should begin the process. ”
When do we have to do it?
Fingerprint results will not be REQUIRED until your renewal. Fingerprinting for physicians began with the February 2024 expiration dates. Licensees will receive advance notice from the TMB of when they should begin the process.
“Applicants or licensees who were fingerprinted prior to 1/15/2018 are not part of the current FBI civil rap back system. At this time, the only way to ensure that individuals who were printed prior to this date have a full criminal history background check, is to submit fingerprints for evaluation. ... ”
Why do existing physicians, who were fingerprinted upon initial licensure, have to be fingerprinted again?
Applicants or licensees who were fingerprinted prior to 1/15/2018 are not part of the current FBI civil rap back system. At this time, the only way to ensure that individuals who were printed prior to this date have a full criminal history background check, is to submit fingerprints for evaluation.
“... our insurance and can offer further guidance. 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/ ... ”
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.
“... you submitted your application for licensure, for physicians can be found online through LIST (Licensure Inquiry System of Texas) or for all other applicants through contacting the Texas Medical Board Customer Service Department at (512) 305-7030 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central Time. ... ”
What is a Board issued 6-digit ID#?
This number, assigned to you at the time you submitted your application for licensure, for physicians can be found online through LIST (Licensure Inquiry System of Texas) or for all other applicants through contacting the Texas Medical Board Customer Service Department at (512) 305-7030 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central Time.
“... 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. ”
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.
“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
“Fingerprinting requirement for physicians is a result of legislation passed during the 88th legislative session in 2023. Similar legislation was passed during previous sessions requiring physician assistants, surgical assistants and acupuncturists to be fingerprinted. ... ”
Are the Physicians being singled out?
Fingerprinting requirement for physicians is a result of legislation passed during the 88th legislative session in 2023. Similar legislation was passed during previous sessions requiring physician assistants, surgical assistants and acupuncturists to be fingerprinted.