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September 02, 2023 Nursing License Defense

Can Accessing Patient Medical Records for Personal Reasons Endanger Your Medical or Nursing License?

Both physicians and nurses are subject to confidentiality rules and laws concerning patient medical records. They must keep those records confidential, and failure to do so, including unnecessarily accessing a patient’s medical records for personal reasons, can lead to disciplinary proceedings against their licenses. Since the repercussions of these proceedings can be severe, contacting an experienced Texas medical and nursing license defense lawyer should be your first step if you receive notice of a complaint...

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September 01, 2023 Nursing License Defense

Recent Examples of Disciplinary Action by the Texas Board of Nursing Leading to Warnings

A licensed nurse in Texas can face various sanctions for violating the laws and rules that govern the nursing profession. One of the sanctions that the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) can impose is a warning, often accompanied by a fine or some other form of remedial action. Although a warning is a lenient sanction, the BON will add it to a nurse's disciplinary history and may use it against the nurse in future disciplinary...

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August 31, 2023 Medical License Defense

Prescription Delegation Requirements and Your Texas Medical License

The Texas Medical Practice Act allows physicians to delegate the prescribing or ordering of drugs or devices under strictly defined circumstances. Failure to follow state law and Texas Medical Board (TMB) rules for delegating prescriptive authority can result in disciplinary action against a physician.  If you are facing allegations that you have violated a rule or law related to your profession, you should consult an experienced Texas Medical Board defense attorney. Your attorney can represent...

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What are TREC’s Real Estate Inspector Standards of Practice and Mandatory Inspection Report Form

July 10, 2023 License Defense

What are TREC’s Real Estate Inspector Standards of Practice and Mandatory Inspection Report Form

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) licenses and regulates various real estate-related occupations, including inspectors. Individuals must satisfy certain requirements to meet licensing standards, and TREC also monitors licensees to ensure they meet certain minimum requirements.  As part of its duties, TREC also receives complaints against real estate inspectors and takes disciplinary action as needed concerning matters over which it has jurisdiction. For instance, failure to follow the Standards of Practice that govern real estate...

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What Are the New Chiropractic Telehealth Requirements Adopted by the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners?

July 09, 2023 License Defense

What are the New Chiropractic Telehealth Requirements Adopted by the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners?

You have worked hard to complete your education and earn your license as a chiropractor in Texas. However, as a licensed chiropractor, you are responsible for being aware of all rules and laws that apply to your profession and how they change over time. For instance, chiropractors must educate themselves on appropriate telehealth procedures as technology evolves to avoid rule violations. If you are accused of violating any of these rules or laws, you could...

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What Pre-Employment Affidavits Does the Texas Education Agency Require?

July 08, 2023 License Defense

What Pre-Employment Affidavits Does the Texas Education Agency Require?

The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), a division of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), is the state agency that regulates education professionals as well as handles complaints, investigations, and disciplinary proceedings. Part of the TEA's function is to collect and review any pre-employment affidavits that applicants must submit as part of their employment applications for certain educational positions. Failure to submit required pre-employment affidavits, falsifying affidavits, or adverse information reported on these affidavits can...

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Understanding the Minimum Standard of Care Enforced by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

July 07, 2023 Dental License Defense

Understanding the Minimum Standard of Care Enforced by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants are subject to the laws, rules, and policies that the state and federal legislatures and the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (the Board) determine to apply to them. Complaints from patients against these dental professionals about violations of these rules or laws may lead to disciplinary action. As a result, all dental professionals licensed and regulated by the Board must have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of their...

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What is the Texas Board of Nursing's Definition of a "Minor Incident" and Is It Distinguishable from More Serious Violations

July 06, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What is the Texas Board of Nursing’s Definition of a “Minor Incident” and Is It Distinguishable from More Serious Violations

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses, regulates, and disciplines nurses per the Texas Nursing Practice Act (NPA) and Board Rules. Therefore, serious NPA and Board Rules violations can lead to disciplinary action against your nursing license. However, not every minor violation can or should result in disciplinary action, and BON discourages the reporting of conduct by nurses that constitute only "minor incidents." With that said, committing a minor violation still may lead to complaints...

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What are the Texas Medical Board Rules Regarding the Promotion of Patient Safety and Quality Care?

July 05, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What are the Texas Medical Board Rules Regarding the Promotion of Patient Safety and Quality Care?

You’ve worked hard to get the education and credentials necessary to become a licensed physician or medical professional and build your career. Unfortunately, the Texas Medical Board (TMB) has advised that you are facing a complaint against your license for violating a rule or law related to patient safety and quality of care. Even if the complaint is groundless, you must proactively protect your license and career, as the TMB can take significant disciplinary actions...

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What are the Texas Board of Nursing's Rules Regarding Nursing Documentation and Recordkeeping?

July 04, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What are the Texas Board of Nursing’s Rules Regarding Nursing Documentation and Record keeping?

As a licensed nurse in Texas, you must follow all the rules and laws that apply to your profession. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is the state agency that licenses nurses. BON also takes complaints about nurses, investigates those complaints, and pursues disciplinary action where warranted. Nurses are subject to various laws and rules relating to recordkeeping and patient documentation. Failure to follow these laws and rules can lead to negative repercussions for your...

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