Deadlines Flashcards
How long does a physician have to appeal any decision made by the Board regarding malpractice claims?
30 days
How long must triplicate prescriptions be held on for?
2 years
Who must hold on to triplicate prescriptions?
Physician
Pharmacist
DPS (not the DEA)
All for 2 years.
What are the requirements for a physician who dispenses drugs at more than one office site?
Must maintain a separate registration for each site and each must be renewed every three years.
What is the maximum amount of medication a physician can dispense from his/her office?
No more than a 7 day supply of the medication.
What must a physician do if he/she has an adverse event that led to the unanticipated transport of a patient to a hospital for greater than 24 hours of observation or the death of the patient within 72 hours from the procedure?
Notify the Board within 15 days of the event.
What adverse events must a physician report to the Board within 15 days since its occurrence?
Any adverse event that leads to the unanticipated transport of a patient to a hospital for greater than 24 hours of observation or leads to the death of the patient within 72 hours from the procedure.
How must a physician report elderly abuse in nursing homes?
An oral report must be done immediately and a written report must be done within 6 days.
If a child care professional suspects abuse or neglect of a child, when must he/she report it?
No later than 48 hours after first suspicion of abuse or neglect.
How long do HMOs have after receipt of a clean paper bill before prompt payment is required or a written denial is necessary?
45 days
What is the general breakdown of the reporting deadlines for reportable medical conditions?
More serious and threatening to the public like anthrax - immediately
Hep A/B - 24 hours
Syphilis/Gonorrhea - 7 days
How long must physicians store records?
7 years or until the age of 21 if a minor, whichever is longer.
When may hospitals dispose of a patient record?
After 10 years since patient was last treated or after their 20th birthday if the patient was a minor, whichever is longer.
How long do hospitals have to submit a bill?
30 dyas
If a patient requests his/her medical records, how long does the hospital have to comply with the request?
15 days
Within what timeframe must a physician’s malpractice insurer notify the Board regarding any lawsuits or payments on malpractice claims?
30 days
How often is Texas license renewal?
every 2 years
When is a fine issued for late license renewal?
For renewals that are later than 30 days late.
When must a physician inform the Board of practice information changes?
Within 30 days.
If in Travis County, how long do physicians have to file an appeal for a revoked license?
Within 30 days
When must the Board notify appropriate healthcare facilities of any physician’s restrictions or suspensions?
On the first working day
When must the Board provide written notification of actions to appropriate parties?
Within 30 days
When must DPS be notified for conviction of a provider?
Within 30 days for any felony, Class A or B misdemeanors, or a Class C misdemeanor with moral implications, or a narcotic violation.
After a physician-patient termination takes place, how long may patients receive continual treatment from the same doctor?
Up to 30 days only until transfer to another physician.
