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Reasons the texas state pharmacy board may discipline a pharmacist

October 22, 2018 Posts

Reasons the Texas State Pharmacy Board May Discipline a Pharmacist

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) is the state agency responsible for the licensing and registration of Texas pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacies. The TSBP is also tasked with resolving complaints and disciplining licensees for violations of law. Reasons the Texas State Pharmacy Board May Discipline a Pharmacist Reasons why the Board may discipline a pharmacists, pharmacy, or pharmacy technicians can include: Violating a TSBP Rule, the Texas Pharmacy Act, or other health and...

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Dealing with the texas department of licensing and regulation tdlr

October 21, 2018 Posts

Disciplinary Action Against Your Professional License: Reprimand, Suspension, Revocation

Texas licensing boards are granted broad powers to regulate those they license. The specific powers of the licensing boards are found in the Texas Administrative Code and the statutes that create the board. The powers granted to these agencies is vast and often discretionary. Each Texas licensing board or regulatory agency has their own complaint resolution and investigation process, and each is granted the power to discipline its licensees. Due process must be afforded and...

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Electrician license in texas

October 20, 2018 Posts

Electrician License in Texas

Anyone who performs electrical work in the state of Texas, and is not specifically exempt by law, must be licensed. Electrical work is defined as "[a]ny labor or material used in installing, maintaining or extending an electrical wiring system and the appurtenances, apparatus or equipment used in connection with the use of electrical energy in, on, outside, or attached to a building, residence structure, property, or premises; service entrance conductors, as defined by the National...

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Reinstatement of texas nursing license

October 19, 2018 Posts

Reinstatement of Texas Nursing License

When the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) determines that a nurse violated the Nursing Practices Act (NPA), the Board will pursue sanctions, which may include remedial education, fines, warning, reprimand, suspension, probation, or license revocation. A finding that a nurse violated the NPA can be done only after proper due process and an investigation into a complaint filed against a Texas nurse. In cases where a nurse's license was revoked or surrendered, the nurse may...

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Mandatory reporting of medical peer review action to the texas medical board

October 18, 2018 Posts

Mandatory Reporting of Medical Peer Review Action to the Texas Medical Board

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) is the regulatory body charged with keeping Texas patients safe through the licensure and regulation of Texas physicians. When a physician allegedly runs afoul on the Medical Practice Act, Board rules, or other regulations, the TMB is empowered to investigate, and where appropriate, take enforcement action against the physician. This year the Board has been taking measures to address an enforcement challenge it faces regarding mandatory reporting by medical peer...

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Recent case results for bertolino llp clients

September 28, 2018 Posts

Recent Case Results for BERTOLINO LLP Clients

You know it is serious when allegations of misconduct are made against your professional license. Even if you believe the complaint to be baseless, it puts your license, reputation, and possibly your career at risk. It is imperative that you mount a strong defense against the pending allegations. The best way to ensure the most favorable outcome in your case is to hire an experienced license defense attorney from the start. At BERTOLINO LLP are...

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What activity does the texas board of nursing investigate

September 27, 2018 Posts

What Activity Does the Texas Board of Nursing Investigate?

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) reviews all the more than 16,000 complaints it receives each year. Complaints that have insufficient information to identify the nurse, do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Board, or are incidents that would not constitute a violation of the Nursing Practice Act (NPA) are not further investigated. When a complaint does result in an investigation into a nurse's behavior, the Board will give the nurse notice of the...

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5 faqs for veterinary licensing in texas

September 26, 2018 Posts

5 FAQs for Veterinary Licensing in Texas

The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) regulates the practice of veterinary medicine in Texas, and issues licenses for Veterinarians (DVM), Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT), and Equine Dental Providers (EDP). Applicants to the TBVME must pass the state licensing exam and meet all other requirements prior to becoming licensed in Texas. The following are 5 FAQ's for veterinary licensing in Texas. The Texas Veterinary Licensing Act and Board rules are very specific and should...

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Texas ems personnel initial certification licensure

September 25, 2018 Posts

Texas EMS Personnel Initial Certification-Licensure

Earning your Emergency Medical Services license or certificate in Texas is a major accomplishment. Our paramedics and EMTs dedicate their careers to helping people who are in need of urgent medical attention. You are the people who save us and our loved ones in emergency situations. There are five levels of certification in Texas. The levels are Licensed Paramedic, EMT-Paramedic, Advanced EMT, EMT-Basic, and Emergency Care Attendant (ECA). You must meet the following requirements for...

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Prescriptive delegation for controlled substances in texas

September 24, 2018 Posts

Prescriptive Delegation for Controlled Substances in Texas

When it comes to prescription delegation for controlled substances in Texas, there are a number of regulations that must be followed. Failure of a licensed physician to fully comply with the Texas Medical Board's (TMB) rules on prescriptive delegation could lead to sanctions and be costly to one's career. The national opioid crisis has not slowed and prescriptions for controlled substances are under heightened scrutiny by regulators and enforcement agencies. The Center for Disease Control...

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