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Prescription Requirements for Optometrists

December 03, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Prescription Requirements for Optometrists

The Texas Optometry Board (TOB) is the state agency that handles licensing and disciplinary matters for optometrists in Texas. Unfortunately, optometrists, like all professionals, may be subject to complaints by patients, colleagues, and other members of the public. Complaints can involve any of the rules and laws that govern optometrists, including the requirements for prescriptions issued by optometrists, both in terms of prescriptions for contact lenses and glasses, and prescriptions for medications.  Even if the complaint has...

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What are Prescriptive Authority Agreements and How Do They Work

November 24, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

What are Prescriptive Authority Agreements and How Do They Work?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) licenses and regulates physicians and other medical professionals. As part of its duties, the TMB receives complaints about physicians allegedly violating the laws and rules that govern them. It also brings formal disciplinary action against physicians as needed. While complaints may cover various types of violations, one such area that may result in complaints is prescriptive authority agreements. Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before...

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Grounds for Disciplinary Action Pharmacy Techs and Trainees

November 23, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Grounds for Disciplinary Action Against Pharmacy Technicians and Trainees

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (the Board) not only licenses pharmacists but also registers pharmacy technicians and trainees. As a result, the Board must ensure that these professionals and trainees follow all applicable laws and rules. Any violations by these individuals can lead to disciplinary proceedings and potentially severe sanctions. Therefore, all pharmacy technicians and trainees must know the laws and rules governing their profession to avoid violating them. If you face disciplinary proceedings...

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What Does a Medical License Defense Attorney Do

October 14, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

What Does a Medical License Defense Attorney Do?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) licenses and regulates physicians and some other medical professionals throughout Texas. Physicians must ensure they comply with the myriads of state and federal rules and laws governing their profession. All complaints against these professionals and pharmacies go to the TMB for investigation. This state agency also files formal disciplinary charges when warranted, handles contested proceedings, and works to resolve these disciplinary proceedings appropriately. As a result, you should not hesitate...

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September 15, 2024License Defense Posts,Medical License Defense Posts

Potential Sanctions Against PAs by the Texas Medical Board

The Texas Physician Assistant Board (the Board) licenses and regulates Texas physician assistants (PAs). The Board is a part of the Texas Medical Board, a larger state agency. As part of its duties, the Board receives complaints about PAs, investigates those complaints, and brings formal disciplinary action against PAs as needed. Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before the Board can be a significant step in reaching a positive outcome...

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September 13, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Understanding Disciplinary Proceedings Against Speech-Language Pathologists

All licensed professionals must follow certain laws and rules applicable to their professions. The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) is the state agency that licenses and regulates speech-language pathologists. Therefore, TDLR also receives complaints about speech-language pathologists and brings disciplinary actions against them to enforce rules and laws if necessary.   Disciplinary complaints may lead to sanctions that adversely affect your career. In severe cases, you could even face a license suspension or revocation,...

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Violations of the Dental Practices Act

September 05, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Common Violations of the Dental Practices Act

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) is the state agency charged with licensing and regulating dentists and dental hygienists. As part of its regulatory duties, the TSBDE receives complaints about dentists, investigates those complaints, and brings formal disciplinary action against dentists if warranted. Getting legal representation in disciplinary proceedings before the TSBDE can be critical to reaching a positive outcome in your case. As a result, if you are facing disciplinary investigations, complaints,...

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Texas BON – FY 2023 Enforcement Report

September 02, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Texas Board of Nursing – FY 2023 Enforcement Report

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses and regulates nurses to ensure they comply with all applicable laws and rules. As an integral part of its responsibilities under state law, the BON receives and investigates complaints against licensees and initiates disciplinary action if needed. Disciplinary proceedings can have serious repercussions for your nursing license. Therefore, if you receive a complaint against your license, we urge you to seek assistance from an experienced nursing license defense lawyer. The...

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Rule 291.29 Pharmacist Responsibility

August 23, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

Rule 291.29: A Pharmacist’s Professional Responsibility to Prevent Non-Therapeutic Dispensing of Controlled Substances

Texas pharmacists are subject to the oversight of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (the Board). This agency not only licenses pharmacists but regulates them to ensure compliance with laws and regulations appliable to their profession. Under Texas law, the Board has the authority to discipline licensed pharmacists and technicians who violate these laws, which can lead to serious consequences.  If you are facing a complaint or disciplinary proceedings before the Board, your first call...

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The Texas Peer Assistance Program for Nurses

August 22, 2024Medical License Defense Posts

The Texas Peer Assistance Program (TPAPN) for Nurses

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is a state agency that licenses and regulates nursing professionals for compliance with the laws and rules that govern them. As part of its duties under state law, the BON receives and investigates complaints against licensees and initiates disciplinary action if needed.   After you have completed the extensive education and training to obtain a license or certification in your field, you have a lot at stake. Therefore, if you receive...

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