The following information was obtained from the December 14 issue of the Texas Register:
Adopted Rules
HHSC adopted amendments to §354.1252, Certified Nurse-midwives, and new §354.1253, Licensed Midwives. Among other things, the changes clarify that the section applies only to CNMs and updates terms and agency names. See the Texas Register for more information.
The Texas Medical Board adopted amendments to several sections of the code.
Licensure – Among other things, “amends the definition of two-year training program to delete the provision that residency training required for certification must be acceptable for board certification.”
Postgraduate Training Permits – Among other things, “amends the rule to exempt applicants for PIT rotator permits from having to submit medical records or otherwise have staff review impairment issues as part of the application process.”
Temporary And Limited Licenses – Among other things, “allows additional grounds for eligibility for Visiting Physician Temporary Permits, including emergency disaster, forensic psychiatric evaluations for criminal matters, and specialized care, when good cause is shown.”
Texas Physician Health Program And Rehabilitation Orders – Changes procedures for handling board referrals from the TXPHP for violation of agreements with program participants.
Disciplinary Guidelines – Among other things, “provides the standard for physician delegation of the performance of nerve conduction studies by individuals who are not licensed as physicians or physical therapists.”