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September 11, 2019 Posts

New Reporting Rules for Physician Public Profiles – Texas Medical Board

Texas House Bill 1504 is the sunset bill for the Texas Medical Board (TMB). The bill amends current law relating to the continuation and functions of the Board. Because the Legislature passed the Board's Sunset bill, the TMB will continue to operate and will not be subject to Sunset review again until 2031. The new rules under HB 1504 took effect on September 1, 2019. Included in the policy updates are new reporting rules for...

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September 06, 2019 Posts

When You Need a Professional License Defense Lawyer

You have received a notice of complaint from a licensing board or regulatory agency in Texas, your career is at risk. Even if you believe the complaint is meritless, your license to be able to legally perform your job is on the line. It is imperative that you mount a strong defense against the allegations pending against you. The best way to ensure the most favorable outcome in your case is to hire a knowledgeable...

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September 05, 2019 Professional License Defense

4 Actions to Take When A Licensing Board is Investigating a Complaint Against You

It is a difficult day when you receive a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board and now you are under investigation. Your career is at risk. Texas licensing boards have the authority to take a number of disciplinary actions against their licenses, including license suspension or revocation. In order to protect your license and mount the best defense against the allegations, take these 4 actions. Get proactive with...

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September 04, 2019 Professional License Defense

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, 2019 Medical License Defense

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, 2019 Professional License Defense

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, 2019 Posts

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, 2019 Professional License Defense

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, 2019 Posts

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, 2019 Medical License Defense

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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