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January eNews
Updates & important information from the State Medical Board of Ohio
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President, Vice-President voted in at December Board Meeting
At the December 2023 monthly Board Meeting, the State Medical Board of Ohio voted in Jonathan B. Feibel, M.D., as President and Yeshwant P. Reddy, M.D., as Vice-President.
Each year, two members are selected by their peers to serve as President and Vice-President - each term lasting one year. Among other functions, the President presides over the board meetings, makes committee assignments, and works closely with the Executive Director.
To view the profiles of Dr. Feibel and Dr. Reddy, visit https://med.ohio.gov/about-the-board/board-members.
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Medical Board Received 4 Petitions For Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions
The Medical Board received 4 petitions for potential new qualifying conditions during the 2023 petition window. The Medical Board's Medical Marijuana Committee is anticipated to meet February 14. At that meeting, the committee will decide which petitions will be considered. A final vote on new qualifying conditions is expected this summer.
Condition names, as listed by the petitioners:
1. End State Renal Disease, Dialysis Treatment
2. Insomnia
3. Female Orgasmic Difficulty Disorder (FOD)
4. Autism Spectrum Disorder
During the submission period (November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023), petitions were filed electronically through the state's website: https://com.ohio.gov/divisions-and-programs/cannabis-control/. Per Ohio Administrative Code 4731-32-05, a petition needs to include:
• The name and contact information
• Specific disease or condition requested to be added
• Information from experts who specialize in the study of the disease or
condition
• Relevant medical or scientific evidence
• Consideration of whether conventional medical therapies are insufficient
to treat or alleviate the disease or condition
• Evidence supporting the use of medical marijuana to treat or alleviate
the disease or condition and other types of medical or scientific
documentation
• Letters of support provided by physicians
Petitions that meet the requirements of OAC 4731-32-05 will proceed and be reviewed by subject matter experts. Petitions submitted for the same condition will be combined for the reviews. Any petition for a condition that has been previously reviewed by the board and rejected will be not be considered by the board unless new scientific research that supports the request is offered.
The board's committee will review the expert reports and then make a recommendation to the full board for a vote to adopt/deny a petition to add the qualifying condition under review. A full board vote is expected in summer 2024.
The Medical Board's rules (Ohio Administrative Code) for the qualifying conditions can be found here: codes.ohio/gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-4731-32-05.
The next condition petition window is scheduled for November 1 - December 31, 2024. |
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OhioPHP: Monthly Training for Confidential Monitoring Program
The Ohio Professionals Health Program is offering a monthly training on the Confidential Monitoring Program (CMP). Register to hear from OhioPHP's Medical Director, Dr. Richard Whitney and learn how OhioPHP is available to support you in your journey toward well-being and recovery. Click the link below to register. |
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Monthly Formal Action reports include summary descriptions of the disciplinary actions initiated and the disciplinary sanctions imposed by the Medical Board at its monthly meeting. Reports also contain updated information regarding changes in probationary monitoring requirements, reinstatement of licenses following suspension, and status reports of cases on appeal through the courts.
Click here to view Monthly Formal Action Reports. |
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The Monthly Cite List includes notices of opportunity for hearing, orders of summary suspension, orders of immediate suspension, and notices of automatic suspension.
Click here to view the Monthly Cite List. |
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New Medical Board Logo
The State Medical Board of Ohio has adopted a new logo and branding style, consistent with the State’s
The Heart of it All campaign. You will begin to see this new logo on all Medical Board materials moving forward. |
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ODH Offering Free PPE
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is offering non-sterile personal protective equipment (PPE) to you at no charge. The PPE (gloves, masks, gowns, hand sanitizer, etc.) was purchased as part of Ohio‘s public health response during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The PPE’s “use by” date will expire in time, and ODH wants to put it to good use by offering it to those who can use it now.
Those who are interested in requesting PPE should complete an order form at this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P22VT79.
Here are shipping options:
- If you have a FedEx or UPS account, ODH can use your account to ship your requested PPE items to your location.
- ODH can arrange for you to pick up your order at the ODH Warehouse located in the Columbus suburb of Groveport.
- If your facility is within 25 miles from the ODH Warehouse, ODH will deliver orders of 5 or more PPE cases.
If you have any questions about this PPE offer or shipping options, please contact the ODH Warehouse at RSS@odh.ohio.gov or 614-491-9013.
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Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow is a system of supports for pregnant women, caregivers with new babies, and families with young children with developmental delays and disabilities.
Services and supports are provided through home visiting and early intervention, both supporting families and promoting healthy growth and development for babies, young children and their families.
For more information about the resources available to your patients, visit www.helpmegrow.org. |
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Licensee Obligation to Complete Death Certificates
When an individual dies under natural causes the attending physician is to sign the death certificate within forty-eight hours after the death. Read the Medical Board's policy statement and FAQs here. Click here to watch the instructional video. |
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for anyone in distress. Emotional support is available to you anytime.
The Power in Reaching Out
Through the Medical Board's partner - Ohio Professionals Health Program (OhioPHP), there is a new initiative to help health care professionals. Join OhioPHP in creating a caring and supportive culture by reaching out to your fellow colleagues.
Well-Being CARE Service
The Ohio State Medical Association created a Well-Being Checkup And Referral Engagement Service, which is a free, anonymous checkup of one's mental and emotional health. For more information, click here.
Click here to view available wellness resources.
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Ohio prescribers are required to include the diagnosis code on all controlled substance prescriptions per 4729:5-5-15 of the Ohio Administrative Code. |
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Stay in Touch With Us!
#didyouknow the Medical Board has Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook accounts? Follow our pages for news, updates, videos and more. |
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Need to check the expiration date of your license?
eLicense.ohio.gov
24/7 access & instant verification
no need to log in, simply search by name
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Office Closure
The Medical Board’s office will be closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of the state holiday. |
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Upcoming Meetings
February 9 – Physician Assistant Policy Committee
Physician Assistant Policy Committee meetings are held virtually. For more information, visit our website.
February 13 – Massage Therapy Advisory Council
Massage Therapy Advisory Council meetings are held in-person at the Rhodes State Office Tower.
February 14 – Board Meeting
Board meetings are held in-person. They are shared as a courtesy via livestream on our YouTube channel, as
technology permits.
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Duty to report obligation
Licensees have statutory and ethical duties to report certain misconduct to the board.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The board has created FAQ documents to address questions on specific rules and protocol.
FAQs >
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