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September 04, 2019Professional License Defense Posts

Can Athletic Trainers in Texas Face Penalties and Sanctions?

Athletic Trainers in Texas must be licensed by the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR). In Fiscal Year 2018, there were 3,915 Athletic Trainers licensed in Texas. There were 17 cases opened against Athletic Trainers alleging code of ethics violations, sexual contact/behavior violations, criminal history, and other allegations. Can Athletic Trainers in Texas Face Penalties and Sanctions? Yes, a licensed athletic trainer in Texas can be subject to penalties and/or sanctions by the TDLR....

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September 03, 2019Medical License Defense Posts

Complaints Filed with the Texas Department of State Health Services

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) mission is to "improve the health, safety, and well-being of Texans through good stewardship of public resources, and a focus on core public health functions." DSHS serves as the population and public health authority for Texas by: Providing vital statistics, including birth and death records. Compiling and disseminating health data on numerous topics. Administering chronic and infectious disease prevention and laboratory testing efforts. Leading the public health...

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September 02, 2019Professional License Defense Posts

Will I Be Notified of Complaint Allegations Made Against Me? Texas Professional License Defense

You worked hard to earn your knowledge, skills, and credentials that allowed you to seek licensure in your profession. You know that even a single complaint against your license can irrevocably hard your career, livelihood, and reputation. The unfortunate truth is that no matter how diligent you are, it is always possible for allegations of misconduct to be filed against you with your licensing board. As soon as you are notified of complaint allegations made...

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September 01, 2019Posts

How Are Complaints Against a Texas Pharmacist or Pharmacy Resolved?

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) is the regulatory agency for Texas pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacies. The TSBP investigates and resolves complaints made against licensees. The TSBP received 5,931 complaints in fiscal year 2018, which was a slight decrease from FY2017 but is comparable to recent prior years. Every complaint the Board receives is reviewed and evaluated. If it is determined that the allegations, if true, would constitute a violation of the Texas...

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August 31, 2019Professional License Defense Posts

Assistance with Investigating Complaints – New Rule for the Texas Department of License and Regulation

House Bill 2452 authorizes the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR) to contract with qualified individuals to provide complaint review services. This bill took effect immediately. Assistance with Investigating Complaints The House Committee Report Bill Analysis noted that the TDLR, "investigates a high volume of complaints each year and that many investigations require technical and specific program knowledge to fully understand and resolve the complaints." As such, it had been suggested that the TDLR...

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August 30, 2019Posts

New Regulations for Texas Podiatrists, Effective September 1, 2019

A number of new regulations for Texas podiatrists were passed by the 86th Texas Legislature and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott. These regulations become effective on September 1, 2019. It is critical for Texas Podiatrists to be familiar with the new rules and regulations affecting their profession. New Regulations for Texas Podiatrists The following is a brief overview of a few of the bills that have been passed into law. If you have...

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August 28, 2019Medical License Defense Posts

Conflict Resolution Between a Patient and Registered Nurse in Texas

The practice of nursing requires specialized judgment and skill and providing care to patients requires a certain level of trust between the nurse and patient. Delegation is an essential nursing skill that Registered Nurses (RNs) use to maximize the nursing care that clients receive. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for a disagreement to arise between a patient and an RN as to what tasks can and should be properly delegated by the RN to unlicensed...

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August 27, 2019Posts

Texas Medical Board Disciplines 80 Physicians -17 Orders Related to Quality of Care, 11 Orders Related to Unprofessional Conduct

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) disciplined 80 physicians at its June 2019 Board Meeting. This represents a significant increase in disciplinary action from the Board's March 2019 Board Meeting when 36 physicians were disciplined. In its press release, the TMB stated that the March disciplinary actions include: 17 Orders related to quality of care violations, 11 Orders related to unprofessional conduct, 3 license revocation, 14 voluntary surrenders/revocations, 1 license suspension, 4 Order related to nontherapeutic...

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August 26, 2019Posts

2019 Legislative Session A Success for the Texas Medical Board

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) began its Sunset review process back in 2015. At the close of the 86th legislature this year, the most pressing matters that required legislative action have passed. Every Texas licensing board is subject to the Sunset process, whereby the legislature conducts an in-depth review of operations, efficiency, and effectiveness, and questions whether the agency is carrying out its responsibilities and if the agency is even still necessary. In the course...

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August 25, 2019Posts

New Laws for TDLR Programs – Texas Department of License and Regulation

The 86th Texas Legislature passed a number of bills related to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and its programs. Many of these new laws are slated to become effective on September 1, 2019, while a few were made effective immediately. A few are to take effect in early 2020. To review the full list of recently enacted legislation, visit the Agency's page on TDLR-related bills here. Some of the new laws are...

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