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July 31, 2018 Posts

What Happens at a SOAH Hearing? – Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings

The Texas State Office of Administrative Hearing (SOAH) hears cases against license holders of Texas licensing boards regarding complaints filed against the license holder, violations of board rules, and other alleged misconduct. Essentially, SOAH resolves disputes between Texas licensing boards and regulatory agencies and those that are licensed or otherwise regulated by those boards and agencies. If your licensing board refers the case against you to SOAH or you appeal a board ruling to SOAH,...

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July 30, 2018 Posts

Preparing for Your Hearing at SOAH – Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings

The Texas State Office of Administrative Hearing (SOAH) hears cases against license holders of Texas licensing boards regarding complaints filed against the license holder, violations of board rules, or other alleged malfeasance. Typically, board complaints are resolved prior to the case reaching the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings. Whether by informal settlement, formal resolution, mediation, dismissal, or some other case resolution, the majority of licensing board issues do not reach a formal hearing before...

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July 29, 2018 Posts

How the Texas Medical Board Reports “Minimal Statutory Violations”

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) must report certain information regarding disciplinary actions it takes against its licensees. Generally speaking, TMB disciplinary actions are made public and disciplinary information is published on the licensee's TMB public profile, published in the TMB Bulletin, and is listed in TMB news releases. Further, the TMB is mandated to report to the National Practitioner Data Bank all required disciplinary actions, which include, but are not limited to, license suspension, revocation,...

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July 28, 2018 Posts

Dentists and Criminal Offenses – What Texas Dentists Need to Know

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) regulates the medical practice of dentistry in Texas. As such, the TSBDE investigates complaints filed against Texas Dentists alleging quality of care allegations, sanitation violations, professional conduct issues, and violations of the Dental Practice Act and TSBDE Rules. Further, certain criminal charges can affect your ability to receive or renew your dental license in Texas. If you are facing criminal charges and you hold a dental license...

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July 27, 2018 Professional License Defense

Top Complaints Made Against Real Estate Licensees

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC or the Commission) regulates all real estate professionals in Texas, including real estate sales agents, brokers, and real estate inspectors. TREC is the licensing entity in Texas that handles complaints lodged against any real estate license holder. The Commission investigates complaints made against any of the professionals it licenses for alleged violations of Texas law, The Real Estate License Act, or TREC Rules. The Commission also investigates allegations of...

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July 26, 2018 Posts

The Texas Medical Board Can Reprimand Doctors for Poor Documentation

In Fiscal Year 2017 the Texas Medical Board (TMB) received 8,114 complaints against medical professionals by patients, patients' family members, health care professionals, and other sources. The TMB reviews every complaint it receives to determine if it has jurisdiction over the matter, and if so, conducts a preliminary evaluation to determine if there is sufficient evidence to support the allegations. The TMB has the authority to take disciplinary action against its licensees for any violation...

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July 25, 2018 Posts

What Are the DEA Registration Requirements for Veterinarians in Texas?

At the 2018 Texas Veterinary Medical Association's annual conference, representatives from the DEA made several clear statements regarding the need for a veterinarian to register with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners states that it will enforce Board rules to be consistent with the DEA's guidance. The Board Rule The Board rule requires certain licensed veterinarians to register with the DEA. Under the Texas Administrative Code: (a) A...

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July 24, 2018 Posts

New Rules for Respiratory Care Practitioners in Texas

The Texas Medical Board regulates Respiratory Care Practitioners in Texas and is tasked with establishing procedures and standards for the training, education, certifying, and discipline of the Respiratory Care Practitioners it certifies. The TMB recently adopted new rules for Respiratory Care Practitioners in Texas. The new rules became effective on April 15, 2018. The rule changes are to the Texas Administrative Code, Part 9 Texas Medical Board, Chapter 186 Respiratory Care Practitioners. Continuing Education Requirements...

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July 23, 2018 Posts

Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact Rule Proposal: Dispute Resolution & Compliance and Enforcement

The enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) took effect in Texas in January 2018. The purpose of the eNLC is to allow nurses to have mobility across state borders and to increase access to healthcare while maintaining protections for the public. The eNLC allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) to have one multistate license, with the privilege to practice nursing in Texas and in other eNLC states physically, electronically, or telephonically. Notice of...

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July 16, 2018 Posts

5 More Texas License Defense FAQs

Have you received a complaint notice from your Texas licensing board? If your professional license is under attack by a state agency or licensing board, you are likely under stress and wondering what you need to do to protect your career. The following are five more frequently asked questions about license defense and what to do if you're dealing with a formal complaint. Read our recently published article 5 Texas License Defense FAQs to learn...

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