Physician License Defense FAQs

What Is the Timeline for Resolving a Complaint Against a Physician Assistant?

The timeline for resolving a complaint against a physician assistant varies depending on the circumstances. Resolving a complaint can easily take several months. The Texas Medical Board (TMB) must conduct its preliminary investigation into the accusations within 45 days of receiving the complaint. A Texas physician assistant license defense lawyer from Bertolino LLP can guide you through the process of responding to a complaint. If you need legal help, contact our Client Success Liaison. From...

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What are the Potential Outcomes of a Physician License Defense Case?

Potential outcomes of a physician license defense case can range from license reinstatement to permanent revocation and potential criminal penalties. You may also have to complete continuing medical education (CME) requirements, undergo a period of probation, or practice under supervision. From claims of medical malpractice or professional misconduct to issues with substance abuse or criminal charges, the potential threats to a physician's license are numerous and varied. You can hire a Texas physician license defense...

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What Is a Physician License Defense Lawyer?

A physician license defense lawyer defends medical practitioners facing disciplinary action up to and including revocation of their license to practice medicine. The loss of your medical license can be permanent and prevent you from continuing in your career and earning a living. When facing a threat to your license, hiring a Texas physical/occupational therapy license defense lawyer can be critical. When you hire a physician license defense attorney to help you defend your medical license,...

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I did Not Receive a Renewal Notice for my Physician Assistant License – What Should I Do?

As of 2018, you are required to renew your Texas physician assistant license defense lawyer every two years. If you were a licensed physician assistant before 2018, your license number tells you when you must renew it. If your license number is an even number, you must renew your license in even years; if it is odd, you renew in odd years. Bertolino LLP employs very skilled and experienced professional license defense attorneys. They will...

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What Is the Process of Defending a Physician Assistant License?

If your physician assistant license is under investigation, we are here to help. The attorneys of Bertolino LLP are here to protect your reputation and career. A Texas physician assistant license defense lawyer from our firm can help strategize the best course of action to safeguard your livelihood. Who Oversees the Disciplinary Process for Physician Assistants in Texas? The Texas Medical Board (TMB) oversees the disciplinary process for physician assistants. The TMB was created to...

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Patients Complaints Against Physician Assistants

A complaint can have extreme consequences. It can threaten your livelihood and your career. Patients can, and do, file complaints against all medical professionals to the Texas Medical Board. If you are facing a complaint to the Medical Board, the best thing for you to do is retain legal counsel. Bertolino LLP provides aggressive legal defense for medical professionals who are facing disciplinary action by the Medical Board. If you need help with your professional...

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What Are the Main Reasons My License Can Get Revoked

When the Texas Medical Board revokes your Physician Assistant license, it changes everything. Your career is over, your reputation is significantly damaged, and years of education and training are wasted. If you are facing allegations that could jeopardize your license, call Bertolino LLP. Our lawyers are here to protect your hard work and livelihood. Violations that Can Jeopardize Your Physician Assistant License The Texas Medical Board oversees your licensing matters. If a formal complaint has...

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Texas Physician Assistant License Defense FAQs

Physician Assistants (PAs) are required to comply with Texas state laws and standards. Failure to do so can lead to license probation, suspension, or even revocation. If you've received a complaint or are under investigation for professional misconduct, your career could be in jeopardy. At Bertolino LLP, we can help you defend your medical license. Our attorneys have litigated PA license defense cases in Texas since 2007. We know what it takes to protect your...

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