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August 1 2017 what to expect at your case evaluation texas license defense 1

August 01, 2017 Posts

What to Expect from Our Law Firm When We Conduct Our Initial Consultation

If a complaint has been filed against you with a Texas licensing board or regulatory agency, you need to consult with a Texas license defense attorney. Many licensed professionals who ultimately become our clients are apprehensive about meeting with a lawyer. You’re likely worried about your career, livelihood, reputation, and how to even approach the allegations made against you. We understand your apprehension and the seriousness of what you’re facing. What to Expect at Your...

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July 31, 2017 Professional License Defense

Grounds for Disciplinary Action at the Texas Board of Nursing (BON)

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is the regulatory agency that licenses qualified registered nurses to practice as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), including nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse midwives. BON is tasked with enforcing the Texas Nursing Practice Act and the BON Rules and Regulations by setting minimum standards for nursing practice and nursing education, conducting investigations of complaints against nurses, and adjudicating complaints. Complaints Filed Against Nurses The Texas...

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July 28, 2017 Posts

Understanding the New Texas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM) for Physical Therapy Licenses

As of June 1, 2017, people applying for or renewing a physical therapy license with the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners are required to take the PT Board’s new Texas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM). What is the New TX JAM? TX JAM is an online assessment tool that evaluates an applicant’s knowledge of the Texas PT Practices Act, the PT Board’s rules, and accompanying standards of ethical conduct. It was developed in partnership...

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July 27, 2017 Posts

Defending a Complaint Filed with the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE)

The Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE) regulates the licensing of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Texas. The Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) is a State of Texas agency charged with supporting the TBOTE and the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (TBPTE) as they license and regulate qualified practitioners. ECPTOTE is an independent governmental agency that oversees licensed professionals and the facilities where they work. All complaints...

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July 26, 2017 Posts

What Texas Doctors Need to Know About Delegating Prescriptive Authority

If you are a licensed physician in Texas you have the ability to delegate prescriptive authority to an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or a Physician Assistant (PA). However, there are a number of regulations that must be followed. Failure to fully comply with the Texas Medical Board's (TMB) rules on prescriptive delegation could be costly to your career. Requirement to Register with the TMB Physicians who delegate prescriptive authority to APRNs or PAs must...

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July 25, 2017 Posts

License Defense for Medical Radiologic Technologists

Since the enactment of Senate Bill 202 in 2015, the Texas Medical Board (TMB) serves as the regulatory body responsible for the licensing and regulation of Medical Radiologic Technologists. The TMB regulates General Medical Radiologic Technologists, Limited Medical Radiologic Technologists, and Non-Certified Radiological Technicians. Complaints against radiological technicians can be filed with the TMB by patients, patients’ family members, health care professionals, or other sources. Building a career in radiology is difficult, and it may...

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July 24, 2017 Posts

What is an Informal Settlement Conference? TMB Enforcement Process

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) receives over 7,000 complaints every year against medical professionals by patients, patients’ family members, health care professionals, and other sources. The TMB reviews every complaint it receives to determine if adequate evidence exists demonstrating a violation of the Medical Practices Act. If after a preliminary evaluation, the TMB determines there is sufficient evidence that a violation of the Medical Practices Act might have occurred, it begins the investigation. When the...

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July 21, 2017 Posts

A Licensing Board’s Mission Is to Protect the Public, Not Your Interests!

Texas licensing boards exists to set standards that licensees must meet to be eligible for licensure and for license renewal. Boards adopt substantive and procedural rules that licensees must adhere to. They also serve the function of investigating complaints made against licensees. They have the power to take disciplinary action when they deem it proper. The function of Texas licensing boards is to protect the public. For example, the mission of the Texas Medical Board...

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July 20, 2017 Posts

Is It Okay to Discuss My Board Complaint With Colleagues?

If a complaint has been filed against you with a professional licensing board, your livelihood, career, and reputation are on the line. This is likely an emotional and stressful time for you. Understandably, you may want to talk with colleagues about the complaint that has been lodged against you. Perhaps you want to ask for their opinion or seek support. However, as a general rule you should not discuss the matter with anyone other than...

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July 19, 2017 Posts

Understanding and Coping with Negative Self Talk After Your License Comes Under Attack

You spent years building up your practice, and now everything you’ve worked to create could crumble. It could be expensive to fix. It could challenge you psychologically and lead to fights at home. But you can extract useful lessons from this experience. First, step back and appreciate the “gift” that’s hidden in tough times. This is your chance to take stock of what really matters. Have you been working too much? Taken on too much...

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