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How does the TMB maintain a profile of a physician?

Statutory regulations require the TMB to maintain a profile on each licensed physician. This profile information is gathered in conjunction with the license registration and is available to the public through our online verification database.

How do I enter my TMB ID number?

Enter in your assigned TMB ID number (provided after you have filed your online application), and verify the last 4 digits of your social security number and date of birth. You will need to enter and confirm the email address you provided with your online application, which will be your username.

How do I contact the Texas Board of Medicine?

Call (512) 305-7030 to reach a member of the TMB Call Center between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central Time, or send an email to verifcic@tmb.state.tx.us. Can you recommend a doctor? The TMB doesn’t make referrals or recommendations.

How do I contact the UTMB health MyChart patient support team?

The UTMB Health MyChart Patient Support team is available 24/7 at (409) 772-4278. Loading...

What information is available on a physician’s Profile?

Statutory regulations require the TMB to maintain a profile on each licensed physician. This profile information is gathered in conjunction with the license registration and is available to the public through our online verification database. The Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 154.006 requires that information be made available through the physician profile system. In addition to the statutorily required information, the TMB has adopted rules (Chapter 173) regarding the contents of the physician profile system. Due to concern expressed by licensees regarding identity theft and the public disclosure of exact dates of birth, the TMB no longer includes exact dates of birth in our data products, online verification databases or verbal verifications. We do however continue to include birth year.

When I search for my physician, I get a “No records Match” message. Does my physician have a license in Texas?

You may be entering too much information in your search. Try entering in only the last name and first initial, or only the last name and the city where they practice. If you still have issues, please contact us at (512) 305-7010 for a verbal verification.

How do I obtain a copy of my medical records?

Mail a written request for records to the physician by certified mail, return receipt requested. This method provides assurance that the request was delivered. State law allows a patient to obtain a copy of their records, or ask that a copy be sent to a new doctor or someone else, such as an insurance company. This law requires a physician to release copies of a patient's medical records (or a narrative summary) if the physician receives written consent from the patient or the minor patient's parent or legal guardian. The physician shall furnish the information within 15 business days after the date of receipt of the request, and reasonable fees for furnishing the information. The reasonable fees shall be paid by the patient or someone on his/her behalf.

How do I find a new physician?

The TMB does not provide a referral service or make recommendations to patient consumers regarding specific health care providers. Here are some tips on locating a new physician:

How to request a custodian of medical records?

Put your request in writing and send it to the physician’s address listed on the physician’s Profile on the TMB website. You can also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may also be available there.

Is there a repository for medical records?

At this time there is no centralized state repository for medical records. Sometimes patients send a written request for records to the doctor’s next of kin or the executor of the doctor’s estate. A patient may also contact the TMB to determine if a custodian of records has been reported. If another physician has taken over the practice, the records may be available there.

Can I file a liability claim through the Medical Board against my physician?

No. Liability claims are heard in civil court. The TMB does not evaluate or give advice regarding civil liability claims. Note: The TMB cannot give legal advice. Please consult an attorney if you have questions regarding liability claims.

When a physician retires, who is responsible for notifying the board of medical?

When a physician retires, terminates employment, or otherwise leaves a medical practice, he or she is responsible for notifying the board when they are terminating practice, retiring, or relocating, and therefore no longer available to patients, specifying who has custodianship of the records, and how the medical records may be obtained.

What is a physician's notice to the board?

Notification to the Board. Exceptions. The physician shall provide notice to patients of when the physician intends to terminate the practice, retire or relocate, and will no longer be available to patients, and offer patients the opportunity to obtain a copy of their medical records or have their records transferred.

What is a physician responsible for when he retires?

When a physician retires, terminates employment, or otherwise leaves a medical practice, he or she is responsible for: ensuring that patients receive reasonable notification and are given the opportunity to obtain copies of their records or arrange for the transfer of their medical records to another physician; and.

How long does it take to send a notice to a patient?

A copy of the posted notices shall be submitted to the board within 30 days from the date of termination, sale, or relocation of the practice.

Do departing physicians have to notify employers?

Employers of the departing physician are not required to provide notification, however, the departing physician remains responsible for providing notification consistent with the rules under §165.5.

Can a physician withhold information from a departing physician?

A physician, physician group, or organization (professional association, non-profit health organization, etc.) may not withhold information from a departing physician, required to provide notice, that is necessary for notification of patients. Board rule 165 in its entirety is available for review here. Notification to Patients.

What are the primary care areas of Tidewater?

At Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (TPMG), our four areas of primary care include family medicine, geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric medicine. Learn more about the different areas of TPMG Primary Care.

Do you have to wear a mask at TPMG?

Please wear a face mask inside and outside any of our TPMG facilities regardless of vaccination status, for the health and safety of our patients and staff. For more information, visit https://mytpmg.com/patient-info/coronavirus-covid-19/