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November eNews
Updates & important information from the State Medical Board of Ohio
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Reminder to Beware of Email and Phone Scams
Licensees should remain vigilant against the resurfaced spoofing and extortion scams targeting Ohio providers. Recently, the board has received reports of scammers emailing licensees to access a secure document via an included hyperlink (see example below). Additionally, scammers are posing as Medical Board staff, stating the provider is being investigated by the FBI or DEA and their license has been suspended.
Visit our website to learn how to identify a legitimate investigation and how to verify if a caller is an employee of the Medical Board.
If you are contacted by a scammer, please report the incident to your local law enforcement and Ohio's Attorney General by filing a complaint online at ohioprotects.org or by calling 800-282-0515. |
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New Expert Reviewers Page Available via Board Website
The Medical Board created a new page on its website to help providers, who desire to review confidential complaints involving quality of care issues, understand how to become an expert reviewer. Our expert review program supports the investigation and enforcement functions of the Board.
The new web page includes information about the eligibility requirements, compensation and the role of the reviewer.
For more information on the Expert Reviewers Program, click the button below. |
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Current IPHIS/EDRS Users Must Enroll in New Ohio Vital Records System
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Bureau of Vital Statistics is replacing its separate electronic vital records systems used to record births and deaths in Ohio (IPHIS/EDRS) with a single Ohio Vital Records System (OVRS) scheduled to go live on January 1, 2025.
The new system will be used by funeral homes, coroners/medical examiners, birth facilities, physicians who complete death certificates, and local health departments. OVRS users should enroll in the new system before go-live to ensure a smooth changeover. Click the button below to view the top five reminders to prepare for the transition. |
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Educational Opportunity for Licensees
There is a free three day course for licensees interested in acquiring CME. Participants must register for all three days. Click the button to learn more.
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Medical Board Pulse: An SMBO Podcast
The Medical Board's podcast - Med Board Pulse - explores the innerworkings of the Medical Board and how we create a safer patience experience for all Ohioans. Click the button to listen or subscribe. |
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2024 Medical Marijuana Petition Period Now Open
The board's petition submission period is now open through December 31. Anyone may submit a petition requesting a condition be added to the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program. If a condition has been previously rejected by the board, the new petition must contain new scientific information that supports the request. No submissions will be accepted after December 31. More details can be found here. |
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Licensees Must Cooperate with a Board Investigation
Under the Ohio Revised Code, Medical Board licensees must cooperate in an investigation conducted by the board. For instance, a licensee may be subject to a subpoena and required to answer questions honestly during the course of a deposition presented by the board. Please note that failure to cooperate with a Medical Board investigation, including failure to appear for a deposition, is grounds for board discipline. For more information about the investigations process, click the button below. |
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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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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; and for additional guidance from the Hamilton County Coroner and Ohio State Coroners Association, click here. |
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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 Closed: Thanksgiving Day
The State Medical Board of Ohio's office will be closed Thursday, November 28, in observance of the state holiday. |
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Upcoming Meetings
December 10 - Respiratory Care Advisory Council
Respiratory Care Advisory Council meetings are held at the State Library of Ohio, 274 E. 1st Ave., Columbus, OH 43201.
December 11 – Board Meeting
This meeting will be held in-person at the Board of Pharmacy, located at the Vern Riffe Center - 17th Floor Hearing Room, 77 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215. The meeting will not be livestreamed.
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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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