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“A pain management clinic is defined in statute and rule as a publicly or privately-owned facility for which a majority of patients are issued, on a monthly basis, a prescription for opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol, but not including suboxone.
A pain management clinic m ... ”
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All PHYSICIAN, RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONERS, ACUPUNCTURE, MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS, ACUDETOX SPECIALISTS, MEDICAL PHYSICISTS AND SURGICAL ASSISTANTS licensees have access to establish a free, basic account with CE Broker. Beginning Ju ... ”
Description: Medical Radiologic Technology Board Full Board Minutes (February 5, 2021)
Document: ... by the Executive Director.Agenda Item #10, Texas Physician Health Program (TXPHP).Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding referralsDr. McQueengave a brief summary of Case 1. After discussion, r. Morrenmoved, Dr. Beckmannseconded, and the motion passed toaccept the recommendation t ...
Description: Respiratory Care Board Full Board Minutes (February 4, 2021)
Document: ... ecember 19, 2020 due to Covidand made a statement in honor of his memory and contributions to the State of TexasMr. Carlton reported thatDr. Brian McDaniel was appointed Presiding Officer of TXPHP Board.Mr. Bernardo presented the TXPHP report.Agenda Item #110:21 a.m., Consideration and approval of D ...
Description: PA Board 2017 November - Full Board Minutes
Document:
TEXAS PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BOARD
BOARD MEETING
November 3, 2017
The meeting was called to order at
11:00
a.m. by Jason Cooper, PA
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C, Presiding Officer.
Other board
members present were:
Karrie L. Crosby, PA
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C, Secretary;
Clayton “Clay” P. Bulls,
PA
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C;
Jenn ...
Description: PA Board 2018 March - Licensure Committee Minutes
Document: ... full Board that the applicant be granted a Texas physician assistant license. Ms. Crosbyseconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion passedApplicant #2052 appeared before the Committee with legal counsel, Rodney Montes, on referral by the Executive Director. Mr. Rushmovethat the committee ...
Description: TMB suspends Rockwall physician (Pflieger)
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TMB suspends
Rockwall
physician
On
April 6
, 2018
, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended,
without notice, the Texas medical license of
Kurt Loring Pflieger
, M.D.
(Lic. No. J5444
)
, after
determining
his
continuation in the p ...
Description: TMB suspends Cleburne physician (Dang)
Document: ... or 800
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248
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TMB suspends
Cleburne
physician
On
April 18
, 2018
, a disciplinary panel of the
Texas Medical Board
temporarily suspended, with
notice, the Texas medical license of
John Tai
Dang, M.D. (Lic. No. J4068
),
after determining his
continuation in the practice of ...
Description: TMB suspends Temple physician (Palmer)
Document: ... or 800
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TMB suspends
Temple
physician
On
April 23
, 2018
, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended,
without notice, the Texas medical license of
John Middlemiss Palmer
, M.D.
(Lic. No. P6237)
,
after determining his continuation in the pr ...
Description: PA Statistics 2021 May - Physician Assistant by Age
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Description: PA Statistics 2021 May - Physician Assistant by Gender
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Description: TMB suspends Corpus Christi physician-in-training (Dahlke)
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TMB suspends
Corpus Christi
physician
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in
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training
On
October 5
, 2021
, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended,
without notice, the Texas
physician
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in
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training permit of Andrew Blake Dahlke
,
M.D.
(Lic. No.
BP10070636
)
,
after ...
Description: Rules Changes Effective October 7, 2021
Document: ... c
k on the link below for access to the rule text in the Texas Administrative Code:
http://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.ViewTAC?tac_view=3&ti=22&pt=9
RULE CHANGES ADOPTED
CHAPTER 174. TELEMEDICINE
The amendments to
174.5
, relating to the
Issuance of Prescriptions
, all ...
Description: TMB suspends Houston physician (Wonnacott)
Document: ... or 800
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248
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4062
TMB suspends
Houston
physician
On
May 11
, 2018
, a disciplinary panel of the Texas
Medical Board
temporarily suspended,
with
out
notice, the Texas medical license of
James Brian Wonnacott
, M.D. (Lic. No.
F1313
),
after determining his continuation in the p ...
Description: Acupuncture 2017 - October - Full Board Minutes
Document: ... reported
projected expenditures and revenue
are in good standing and on target for the year.
Legislative update.
Ms. Goode gave an update on Legislative dates.
A
Legislative
b
ill
that
would
allow the Board to
continue
through September 1, 2019
did
pass
.
Ms. Goode also gav ...
Description: Acupuncture 2018 - May - Full Board Minutes
Document: ... nt provisions relating to
practicing Acupuncture in Texas and explain that
we cannot provide legal advice
, but
they
must
follow the app
licable law relating to entity formation and practicing acupuncture in Texas and
may wish to consult with
a private attorney regarding
such issues
.
...
Description: TMB suspends Houston physician (Rodriguez)
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TMB suspends
Houston
physician
On
May 18
, 2018
, a disciplinary panel of the Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended,
without notice, the Texas medical license of
Jesus Guillermo Rodriguez
, M.D.
(Lic. No.
J4999
)
,
after determining
his
continuation in t ...
“... 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 ... ”
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.
“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.
“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 c ... ”
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.
“To return to practice from retired status, a physician must submit an application online for re-activation/re-licensure and meet all of the current requirements for licensure. ”
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 submit an application online for re-activation/re-licensure and meet all of the current requirements for licensure.
“A physician, their delegated midlevel provider, or any other qualified and licensed individual delegated authority to check the PMP may do so on behalf of the prescriber. Ultimately though, it is the prescriber’s responsibility to ensure that the PMP has been checked and that they have r ... ”
Is only the prescriber allowed to check the PMP, or can someone else check on behalf of the physician?
A physician, their delegated midlevel provider, or any other qualified and licensed individual delegated authority to check the PMP may do so on behalf of the prescriber. Ultimately though, it is the prescriber’s responsibility to ensure that the PMP has been checked and that they have reviewed and taken into account any relevant information prior to issuing a prescription.
“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 ... ”
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.
“At this time, all you must do is fill out the waiver application. No additional information is currently required. ”
What do I need to submit to TMB in order to qualify for a waiver?
At this time, all you must do is fill out the waiver application. No additional information is currently required.
“... ted a waiver, it will be displayed on your public physician profile. This alone will serve as proof of your waiver. Generally, waiver requests are determined within 2-3 business days. You are encouraged to check your profile daily upon submitting your waiver request. You may also c ... ”
How will I be notified if I am granted a waiver?
If you are granted a waiver, it will be displayed on your public physician profile. This alone will serve as proof of your waiver. Generally, waiver requests are determined within 2-3 business days. You are encouraged to check your profile daily upon submitting your waiver request. You may also choose to print a simple copy of the ‘Verified Information’ section of your profile, which includes your waiver status, by choosing the “Print Verification” option on your profile.
“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.
“If the supervising physician has a waiver, then the prescribing delegate is also covered under that waiver. So long as the prescribing delegate is prescribing under the authority of a physician who has been granted a waiver, then the prescribing delegate may use non-electronic prescribing means.&nbs ... ”
Do delegates who have prescribing authority have to apply for their own waiver or are they covered by the supervising physician’s waiver?
If the supervising physician has a waiver, then the prescribing delegate is also covered under that waiver. So long as the prescribing delegate is prescribing under the authority of a physician who has been granted a waiver, then the prescribing delegate may use non-electronic prescribing means. If a prescribing delegate is issuing a prescription under the authority of a physician who does not have a waiver, then the prescribing delegate must issue the prescription via e-prescribing.
If an individual wants to look up whether a prescribing delegate has a waver they can do so as listed below:
For physician assistants: A PA’s waiver status will not be viewable on their TMB public profile. Each PA’s public profile has a link to their supervising physician’s profile page. The physician’s profile page will list the waiver status.
For nurse practitioners: APRN waivers are determined by the Texas Board of Nursing. Information on the waiver process for the APRNs is available on the Texas Board of Nursing Website.
“ 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 ... ”
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.”
“... erprints. This ID number is assigned at the time of application submission. If you were assigned a 5-digit ID number at the time of your application submission, please use a leading zero when submitting your fingerprints. Example: ID number “12345” becomes “012345”. ... ”
What if my Board issued ID number is only 5 digits long?
A Board issued 6-digit ID number is required for submitting your fingerprints. This ID number is assigned at the time of application submission. If you were assigned a 5-digit ID number at the time of your application submission, please use a leading zero when submitting your fingerprints. Example: ID number “12345” becomes “012345”.
“... ; 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.st ... ”
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.
“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 Fede ... ”
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.