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December 08, 2017 Medical License Defense

BERTOLINO LLP Defends Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, and Dentists When Their Licenses Are Under Attack

Our firm provides aggressive defense for Texas physicians, nurses, pharmacist, and dentists after a patient or other party files a complaint with the licensing board. If you are a licensed medical professional and have received a licensing complaint, BERTOLINO LLP can help. We will defend you when your license is under attack by the Texas Medical Board, Texas Board of Nursing, Texas State Board of Pharmacy, or the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. The...

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December 07, 2017 Posts

3 FAQ’s Professionals Have When Facing A Licensing Challenge

When you first find out about a licensing complaint lodged against you it is typically through the mail when the licensing board sends you a notice and a deadline by which you must respond. Receiving this letter can be shocking. You worked hard to earn you professional license and you work hard in your career. A complaint puts all you've worked for at risk. We fight aggressively to defend our clients and their livelihoods. Our...

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December 06, 2017 Posts

What is Vocational License Defense?

If you hold a vocational license then you have specialized training in a skill or trade. You've made a career out of your trade, and you have the credentials to prove it. Your clients depend on you to get important jobs done. Depending on your field, the quality of your work can have serious implications for your livelihood. A dissatisfied client or customer can jeopardize your license and reputation with a single complaint. When a...

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December 05, 2017 Posts

Overview of the Texas Optometry Board Complaint Investigation Process

The Texas Optometry Board is the regulatory agency tasked with overseeing the practice of optometry in Texas, licensing, and investigations into complaints made against optometrists. When a complaint is made to the Board, the Executive Director and the Investigation-Enforcement Committee determines whether the complaint is within the legal authority of the Board. For instance, the Board does not have authority to investigate fee disputes or complaints that the doctor or office staff were rude. If...

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December 04, 2017 Posts

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine License – Now Under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

In accordance with Texas House Bill 3078 there has been a change in the regulation of podiatry. As of September 1, 2017 the licensing and regulation of the practice of podiatric medicine transferred from the Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Things to Know All duties and responsibilities for the regulation of podiatry, including licenses and renewals, customer service, and enforcement, has transferred to TDLR. You...

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December 01, 2017 Professional License Defense

The 5 Legal Mistakes to Avoid After a Licensing Board Complaint Has Been Filed Against You

Once you have been notified that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board, how you respond and every action you take matters. It is important that you not do anything that will harm your defense. As soon as you are notified of a complaint, hire a license defense lawyer to be your advocate, to protect your rights, and to help you navigate the complaint process. Failure to fully disclose all important...

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November 30, 2017 Posts

Effective Communication to Avoid License Board Complaints

Using effective communication can help you avoid licensing board complaints. This is true for all licensed professionals. People want to be heard, they want empathy, and to have their concerns properly addressed by the people they seek out to help them. Effective Communication for Health Care Providers A patient who feels that their doctor, nurse, or other provider failed to listen to their concerns or did not spend adequate time with them are more likely...

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November 29, 2017 Professional License Defense

4 Things Not to Do After Receiving a Complaint from Your Professional Licensing Board

It's a letter you never want to receive: a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board. In that moment you find out your license, livelihood, and reputation are at risk. Texas licensing boards and state agencies have the power to take a number of disciplinary actions, including license revocation, suspension, probation, and imposing stiff fines. Even if you are certain the complaint is groundless, it is important to face...

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November 28, 2017 Posts

Treating Chronic Pain and Delegation of Prescriptive Authority: Important Regulations Regarding Prescribing Medication

Licensed physicians in Texas must adhere to strict regulations regarding prescribing medication. Texas State agencies have been cracking down on prescription medications for years. Failure to comply with the Texas Medical Board's (TMB) rules and other laws and regulations on prescribing medication could be costly to your career. Treatment of Chronic Pain Pursuant to the Texas Administrative Code rule on the Minimum Requirements for the Treatment of Chronic Pain, a physician's treatment of a patient's...

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November 27, 2017 Posts

Responding to Unwarranted Medical Board Complaints

Even if you believe a Texas Medical Board complaint against you is unwarranted, you must treat it seriously and with the utmost professionalism. The Texas Medical Board (TMB) receives over 7,000 complaints every year and they conduct a preliminary evaluation of every single one. After a complaint is filed, the TMB begins the process of determining if there is sufficient evidence to support the allegations. If the TBM determines that a violation of the Medical...

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