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Understanding the National Practitioner Data Bank

June 22, 2017Posts

The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is a website of information about various adverse actions taken against health care practitioners, providers, and suppliers. It's stated Mission is: To improve health care quality, protect the public, and reduce health care fraud and abuse in the U.S. The NPDB was established by Congress in 1986 and serves a number of purposes: It allows hospitals, clinics, licensing boards, and other entities to easily access information when considering whether...

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Protecting Your Reputation as a Pharmacist with Integrity

June 16, 2017Posts

Like other medical professionals, pharmacists are an integral part of their communities. Your customers entrust you with details of their health; they come to know you as a friend. So, what happens when your reputation comes under attack by a license investigation? How can you protect or regain the trust that is such a big part of your job? Immediately Contact A lawyer The moment the Texas State Board of Pharmacy notifies you of an...

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The Top Five Common Reasons Why Texas Dentists Lose Their Licenses

June 15, 2017Posts

In 2016, a Houston dentist lost her license after a child suffered brain damage while under her care. The case was widely reported because it was so rare. But most violations aren’t so blatant and newsworthy, which is why it’s useful to review the less egregious, yet far more common, ways dentists lose their licenses in Texas. Substance Abuse On its website, the Texas Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) posts recent cases of license suspension....

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Texas Medical License Suspended After Doctor Accused of Sexual Assault

June 14, 2017Posts

A doctor's medical license is something that isn't easily earned, but could be quickly lost if allegations of misconduct or criminal wrongdoing aren't promptly and properly addressed. Our medical license defense attorneys in Texas are committed to helping physicians fight back against claims of wrongdoing that threaten their live's work. We recognize that even in cases wherein serious criminal wrongdoing is alleged, those accused are innocent until proven guilty. It is our goal to protect...

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Protecting Your Medical License: Ethical Considerations

June 14, 2017Posts

You have worked for years to earn your medical license in Texas. Any allegation of misconduct filed with the Texas Medical Board (TMB) could put your license, reputation, and career are on the line. The following are some precautionary measures all TMB licensees can follow to help protect their licenses. Technology Be aware of misconduct regarding technology. Technology is great. It makes all our lives easier. However, it opens gray areas that may lead to...

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Tony R. Bertolino’s Bestselling Book!

June 13, 2017Posts

Tony R. Bertolino, Managing Partner of BERTOLINO LLP, published When Your License is Under Attack: A Survival Guide for Texas Professionals in January 2017. The book is written for Texas physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, real estate agents, and other licensed professionals whose licenses are under attack by a state agency or licensing board. Currently it is a top 10 bestseller on Amazon in its category Law Office Marketing & Advertising. Get a copy of Tony...

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What Are My Legal Options After Receiving A Complaint Notice?

June 12, 2017Posts

If you have received notice of investigation by a Texas professional licensing board, you have a number of legal options. You can: Attempt to handle the matter yourself by responding to the allegations on your own. Take no action and hope the complaint goes away. Hire an attorney to defend you and your license. Even if you feel the allegations are baseless, hiring an attorney to defend you is the option that will give you...

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Overview of the Texas Board of Nursing’s Complaint Process

June 09, 2017Posts

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) receives more than 16,000 complaints each year. However, many of the complaints received have insufficient information about the nurse’s identity, are not under the jurisdiction of the Board, or are incidents that would not constitute violation of the Nursing Practices Act (NPA). The BON provides due process to a nurse when a complaint is filed against him or her, giving notice of the investigation and allegations. The nurse is...

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The Attorneys of BERTOLINO LLP

June 08, 2017Posts

The attorneys at BERTOLINO LLP provide aggressive advocacy for professionals who are facing disciplinary action in front of a licensing board, agency, or commission in Texas. We help professionals keep their licenses. We have consistently won significant cases for doctors, nurses, lawyers, architects, pharmacists and other professionals dealing with issues that could jeopardize their ability to work. Tony R. Bertolino, Managing Partner Tony is renowned throughout Texas for his results-oriented approach. Most of his work...

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Dental License Defense in Texas

June 07, 2017Posts

In 2016, 13% of complaints filed with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners resulted in Disciplinary Action, and 8% of complaints filed resulted in Remedial Action. These complaints include allegations of negligent quality of care, improper sanitation, professional misconduct, inadequate maintenance of patient charts and records, violations of the Dental Practice Act, or drug and alcohol abuse. Who Can File A Complaint Against a Professional Dentist in Texas? Complaints can be lodged against dentists,...

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