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“... physicians, and if prescribing drugs, must have a prescriptive delegation agreement with their supervising physician(s).
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“The Texas Occupations Code (see Laws/Practice Acts) and Board Rules authorize the Texas Medical Board to approve and certify two types of health organizations which meet certain strict criteria. Both types of nonprofit health organizations must keep TMB informed of changes in their by-laws ... ”
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“... ontrolled substances, or delegate medical acts or prescriptive authority.
Provisional License is available only to applicants for a full medical license and allows the applicant to practice for 270 days in a medically underserved or health professionals shortage area.
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“... t member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. She most recently completed two years of service on the Board of Directors at the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation. Shipley received a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship from Grove City College and a Master of Arch ... ”
“... regulating physician assistants in Texas through registration; determining physician assistants’ eligibility for licensure; conducting investigations based on complaints filed against physician assistants to determine if a licensee is in violation the Texas Occupations Code (Chapter ... ”
“... r 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.
For any questions related to the renewal, please contact us at Registrations@tmb.state.tx.us using t ... ”
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Please note: You must complete registration and pay the fee within 90 days of the date your license was issued to avoid penalty fees. 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 ... ”
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As of 9/1/2025, he biennial registration fee includes the $11.48 Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) fee, $7.00 for the Physician Health Program (PHP) and a $2 Office of Patient Protection fee. These fees are required by statute. The remaining $535 is the fee required by the TMB.
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Description: PA Board 2007 July, Licensure
Document: ... d the applicant to
make payment for outstanding registration fees, currently $500; that the applicant work only in a setting that provides continuous full-time, on-site physician supervision; the supervising physician shall submit, one month prior to the temporary license expiring, a log showing t ...
Description: PA Board 2008 July, Full Board Minutes
Document: ... report on several of the complex issues regarding prescriptive medical device rules. Agenda item #4, Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding supervision of physician assistants by physicians with restrictions on their licenses. After discussion, the board directed staff to draft pr ...
Description: PA Board 2008 July, Licesure Committee
Document: ... on, recommendation, and possible action regarding delegation of authority to the Executive Director in cases of mental health, physical health, substance abuse, and submission of false statements or documents during the licensure process to offer orders. Ms. Garanflo presented a proposal to delegate ...
Description: PA Board 2009 March, Full Board
Document: ... gislative bills relate to the physician assistant delegation and she gave an update on SB9397. Ms. Robinson reported that the board does not take a position on legislation and will do what the legislature directs. Agenda item #6, Budget Report. Ms. Robinson gave a budget report. Agenda item #7, Cons ...
Description: PA Board 2004 May, Licensure
Document: ... rs; Tonie Knight, Manager, Licensing, Permits and Registration; Tim Speer, Team Leader, Physician Assistant/Acupuncture Division; and various other staff were also present.
Agenda item #2, Executive Session, was considered. Mr. Deter moved, Ms. Bentley seconded, and the motion passed at 10:23 a.m. ...
Description: PA Board 2005 May, Licensure
Document: ... for cancellation by request and for nonpayment of registration fees.
Agenda item #2, Executive Session, was considered. Mr. Bendeck moved, Ms. Clark seconded, and the motion passed at 9:06 a.m. to go into executive session for private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending or contemp ...
Description: PA Board 2002 November, Full Board Min
Document: ... lishments. Agenda item #4, a report regarding the Prescriptive Delegation Waiver Advisory Committee, was next. Ms. Jaime Garanflo, Director of Customer Affairs, updated the board members regarding the work of the Prescriptive Delegation Waiver Advisory Committee. A list of the committee members was ...
Description: PA Board 2002 November, Lic Min
Document: ... Mr. Speer explained that physicians can delegate prescriptive authority to an unlimited number of Advanced Practice Nurses in a hospital setting but are limited to the number of physician assistants they can delegate to in the same setting. The consensus of the committee was to report this item to ...
Description: PA Board 2003 November, Full Board
Document: ... Department. Agenda item #4, report regarding the Prescriptive Delegation Waiver Committee requests and proposed changes to board rules 193.6 concerning applications for waivers and meetings of the Waiver Committee, was next. Ms. Garanflo gave a report on proposed changes that will be considered for ...
Description: PA Board 2004 November, Full Board
Document: ... re in Texas. Agenda item #4, report regarding the Prescriptive Delegation Waiver Committee requests and recommendations. There were no items to report.
Agenda item #6, consideration and approval of Agreed Board Orders. Dr. Hedges moved, Ms. Clark seconded, and the motion passed to approve the agree ...
Description: PA Board 2005 November, Full Board
Document: ... ed changes to Chapter 193.2 Definitions and 193.6 Delegation of the Carrying Out or Signing of Prescription Drug Orders to Physician Assistants and Advanced Practice Nurses. Agenda item #4, Report of the Physician Assistant Workgroup meeting and presentation and discussion of draft rules. Ms. Shacke ...
Description: PA Board 2005 November, Licensure
Document: ... for cancellation by request and for nonpayment of registration fees. Ms. Clark seconded. All voted in favor, and the motion passed
The Licensure Committee conducted hearings to review applicants appearing concerning eligibility. The hearings were conducted in Executive Session for deliberations co ...
Description: PA Board 2007 November, Full Board Minutes
Document: ... isallowing the physician assistant from delegated prescriptive authority as well as requiring ten hours of CME in the area of alcohol and drug awareness. Ms. Welch seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Ms. Chapman gave a report of the Disciplinary and Ethics Committee Meeting. Ms. Chapman moved, ...
Description: PA Board 2007 November, Licensure Committee
Document: ... restrictions: the applicant may not be delegated prescriptive authority; the applicant must take 10 hours of ethics CME approved by the Executive Director, and 10 hours of drug and alcohol awareness CME approved by the Executive Director; the applicant may work only in a setting that provides conti ...
Description: PA Board 2008 November, Full Board Minutes
Document: ... cation letters mailed to physician assistants for registration renewals. Ms. Robinson gave a report on the Legislative Appropriations Request and the Exceptional Items requested. Ms. Robinson report that the mini Sunset Review documented the agencys success in accomplishing licensure goals and the c ...
“In a long term care facility based practice, delegation is by the medical director. ”
Who may delegate prescriptive authority in a long term care facility based practice?
In a long term care facility based practice, delegation is by the medical director.
“... d circumstances a physician who issues a standing delegation under chapter 203 generally “is not liable in connection with an act performed under that standing delegation order”). Thus, we cannot conclude that the liability of a physician delegating the administration of anesthesia to a ... ”
Are physicians potentially subject to discipline for violations of the standard of care by CRNAs to whom they have delegated the selection or administration of anesthesia or the care of an anesthetized patient?
Yes, potentially. Although physicians are not required to supervise CRNA’s for delegated tasks, they nonetheless remain subject to potential liability for violations of the standard of care by CRNAs, depending on federal and state statutes and regulations. The degree to which a physician is required to supervise a CRNA during the performance of a task in anesthesia services is left to the “physician’s professional judgment in light of other relevant federal and state laws, facility policies, medical staff bylaws, and ethical standards.” (Texas Attorney General Opinion No. JC-0117). However, physician supervision during the medical management of a patient while undergoing an anesthetic may require supervision dependent on federal and state statutes and regulations.
Additionally, Texas Attorney General Opinion No. KP-0353 found “In authorizing physicians to delegate the administration of anesthesia to CRNAs, the Legislature did not expressly limit the liability of the delegating physician. See TEX. OCC. CODE § 157.058; cf. id. § 157.004(c) (providing that in specified circumstances a physician who issues a standing delegation under chapter 203 generally “is not liable in connection with an act performed under that standing delegation order”). Thus, we cannot conclude that the liability of a physician delegating the administration of anesthesia to a CRNA is limited solely to the determination of competency. Questions of physician liability in any specific context are highly factual and not an appropriate determination for the opinion process. See Tex. Att’y Gen. Op. No. GA-0446 (2006) at 18 (“Questions of fact are not appropriate to the opinion process.”) (Page 4 with emphasis added.)
“... eral and state statutes and regulations regarding delegation. The physician retains responsibility of the medical management of the patient. Therefore, the delegating physician must consider the delegatee’s education, training, and experience prior to delegating. Additionally ... ”
When is Physician supervision of a CRNA required?
Regardless of the circumstances when supervision is or is not required, it is important to remember that the delegating physician must abide by all required federal and state statutes and regulations regarding delegation. The physician retains responsibility of the medical management of the patient. Therefore, the delegating physician must consider the delegatee’s education, training, and experience prior to delegating. Additionally, delegation may be revoked by the delegating physician at any time.
The Texas Attorney General has issued three opinions on CRNA supervision. The latest opinion found that although physician supervision of a CRNA is not required in Texas Occupations Code Sec. 157.058, other federal and state statutes and regulations may require physician supervision of a CRNA, a CRNA may not administer an anesthetic that is a controlled substance outside the presence of a physician, and the Legislature did not expressly limit the liability of the delegating physician.
Specifically, Texas Attorney General Opinion KP-0353 found “Section 157.058 of the Occupations Code does not, by itself, require a physician who properly delegates anesthesia-related tasks to a certified registered nurse anesthetist (“CRNA”) to supervise the performance of those acts.” (Page 5)
However, KP-0353 also found “…the language of chapter 157 is not the only relevant authority to consider in addressing the question of physician supervision over acts delegated to a CRNA. Federal regulations limiting Medicare coverage and conditioning hospital participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs require physician supervision of a CRNA when administering anesthesia in certain circumstances. See, e.g., 42 C.F.R. §§ 416.42(b)(2), 482.52(a)(4), 485.639(c)(1)(v), (2) (requiring a CRNA to operate under a physician’s supervision when administering anesthesia in certain circumstances). Furthermore, a CRNA may not administer an anesthetic that is a controlled substance outside the presence of a physician. See TEX. HEALTH & SAFETY CODE §§ 481.002(1)(A) (defining “administer” to require agent to apply controlled substance in presence of physician), .071(a) (prohibiting physician from causing controlled substance to be administered under physician’s “direction and supervision” except for valid medical purpose and in course of medical practice). And a CRNA may not obtain an anesthetic that is a dangerous drug unless a physician has listed that CRNA as the physician’s designated agent. See id. §§ 483.001(4) (defining “designated agent”), .022(a) (requiring physician to name each designated agent in writing). (Page 3 with emphasis added.)
Finally, KP-0353 found “Whether and the extent to which physician supervision is required for an act delegated to a CRNA will depend on the specific act delegated, the type of facility in which the CRNA performs the act, and any relevant regulations of that facility. And while section 157.058 authorizes a physician to delegate to a CRNA, a physician is never required to do so. If a physician is concerned about a CRNA’s ability to perform a delegated act or desires to limit the delegation, the physician retains the authority to refrain from delegating, to limit the delegation, or to supervise the delegation to whatever extent the physician determines necessary. In sum, the authority to delegate provided by section 157.058 of the Occupations Code does not eliminate the need to comply with all other applicable statutes, regulations, bylaws, ethical standards, and a physician’s own professional judgment. See TEX. OCC. CODE § 157.007 (“An act delegated by a physician under [chapter 157] must comply with other applicable laws.”). (Page 4 with emphasis added.)
“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.
“... pital 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 ... ”
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.
“Yes. Nothing changed for delegation of prescriptive authority for controlled substances in schedules III through V. ”
Can APRNs and PAs in hospital-based clinics continue to prescribe drugs in schedules III through V?
Yes. Nothing changed for delegation of prescriptive authority for controlled substances in schedules III through V.
“... oard Medical Exam, please call the Pre-Licensure, Registration and Consumer Services at (512) 305-7030 to confirm the location of your scores.There is no fee for this verification. ”
How do I get a copy of my examination scores sent to another state?
For physicians only:
If another state board requires your examination grades, please be advised that most physicians will have to contact the Federation of State Medical Boards to obtain examination scores.
Federation of State Medical Boards
400 Fuller Wiser Rd.
Suite 300
Euless, TX 76039-3855
Tel. (817) 868-4000
A small percentage of physicians can obtain verification of examination scores from TMB.
please call the Pre-Licensure, Registration and Consumer Services at (512) 305-7030 to confirm the location of your scores.
There is no fee for this verification.
“... licant 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 w ... ”
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.
“OBA registration does not apply to physicians who practice in the following settings: An outpatient setting in which only local anesthesia, peripheral nerve blocks, or both are used. Any setting physically located outside the State of Texas. A licensed hospital, including an outpatient facility of t ... ”
Who does not need to register for office-based anesthesia?
OBA registration does not apply to physicians who practice in the following settings:
Note: physicians that provide only level I services, must still meet all other requirements under Chapter 173.
“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 suspensi ... ”
This physician’s profile shows “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.
“... ian who may be subject to discipline for improper delegation dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case, and how state statutes and regulations apply in those situations. ”
Is a CRNA under a valid delegation order, subject to discipline by the Texas Medical Board under the Medical Practice Act for a violation of the standard of care in the selection and administration of anesthesia or the care of an anesthetized patient?
No, while the selection and administration of anesthesia is a medical act, if such an act was validly delegated to a CNRA by a physician, the act is considered to be within the practice of nursing and governed by the Nursing Practice Act. Any discipline for a violation of the standard of care by a CRNA would be carried out by the Texas Board of Nursing under the authority of the Nursing Practice Act. Ultimate responsibility and accountability for the medical management of a patient under anesthesia remains with the delegating physician who may be subject to discipline for improper delegation dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case, and how state statutes and regulations apply in those situations.
“... uired prior to the completion of your initial TMB registration/renewal, per the new statutory requirement set out in Texas Occupations Code, Sec 601.1111. ”
Why do I have to be fingerprinted for my first NCT Registry renewal with the Texas Medical Board?
The fingerprint background check will be required prior to the completion of your initial TMB registration/renewal, per the new statutory requirement set out in Texas Occupations Code, Sec 601.1111.
“Registration/renewal through TMB will be completed on a different schedule than DSHS, with all permits expiring during specific set times of year (as opposed to expiring in the permit holder’s birth month). Moving forward NCTs on the Registry will expire once a year, on June 30th. As part ... ”
Will I continue to renew my NCT registry in my birth month?
Registration/renewal through TMB will be completed on a different schedule than DSHS, with all permits expiring during specific set times of year (as opposed to expiring in the permit holder’s birth month). Moving forward NCTs on the Registry will expire once a year, on June 30th.
As part of the transition from DSHS to TMB, existing NCTs on the registry will have their first registration (renewal) with TMB per the existing permit expiration date. The renewal fee charged at the time of the first renewal with TMB will be pro-rated to bring the permits in line with the new expiration dates.
“You are not eligible to enter the online registration system until 60-90 days prior to your expiration date. If you are within that time period, please contact us at registrations@tmb.state.tx.us as there may be another issue that is holding up your renewal process.Please note that your fingerprint ... ”
I’m trying to log into the online renewal system and I’m getting an error that says I’m trying to register too early. When can I begin the renewal process?
You are not eligible to enter the online registration system until 60-90 days prior to your expiration date. If you are within that time period, please contact us at registrations@tmb.state.tx.us as there may be another issue that is holding up your renewal process.
Please note that your fingerprint criminal history results must be received prior to your initial renewal with the TMB.
“Registration/renewal through TMB is completed on a different schedule than DSHS, with all permits expiring during specific set times of year (as opposed to expiring in the permit holder’s birth month). MRT and LMRT licensees will expire twice a year, February 28th or August 31st. As ... ”
Will I continue to renew my license in my birth month?
Registration/renewal through TMB is completed on a different schedule than DSHS, with all permits expiring during specific set times of year (as opposed to expiring in the permit holder’s birth month). MRT and LMRT licensees will expire twice a year, February 28th or August 31st.
As part of the transition from DSHS to TMB, existing MRT and LMRT licenses will have their first registration with TMB per the existing permit expiration date. The renewal fee charged at the time of the first renewal with TMB will be pro-rated to bring the permits in line with the new expiration dates.