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May eNews
Updates & important information from the State Medical Board of Ohio
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State Medical Board of Ohio, Ohio Board of Pharmacy and Ohio Board of Nursing Issue Joint Regulatory Statement on Retail IV Therapy Clinics
In response to the increasing number of retail IV therapy clinics operating in the state, the State Medical Board of Ohio, Ohio Board of Pharmacy, and Ohio Board of Nursing (collectively the “Boards”) issued a joint regulatory statement highlighting critical patient safety concerns and the importance of regulatory compliance in this emerging sector.
The Boards urge all licensed professionals to review their legal responsibilities and confirm compliance with state laws and rules as outlined in the joint regulatory statement.
Click the button to read the full statement.
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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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2025 Federation of State Medical Boards Annual Meeting
In April, several SMBO board members and staff attended the 2025 Federation of State Medical Boards Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington. The annual meeting brings together board leaders and health care industry professionals to collaborate and provide dialogue on pivotal issues facing the medical regulatory community. |
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Medical Board Pulse: An SMBO Podcast
The Medical Board's podcast - Med Board Pulse - has 2 new episodes. The new releases focus on prescribing rules and how licensed prescribers can preserve patient safety. Click the button to listen or subscribe. |
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ODH Hosting Measles Webinar | Friday, June 13
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Bureau of Infectious Diseases will host a webinar on “Measles Update for Healthcare Providers” on Friday, June 13 from 12-1 p.m. The webinar will include a current review of measles activity, risk, and prevention in Ohio.
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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.
Well-Being CARE Service
The Ohio State Medical Association created a Well-Being Checkup And Referral Engagement Service, which is an 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: Memorial Day and Juneteenth
The State Medical Board of Ohio's office will be closed Thursday, June 19, in observance of the state holiday.
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Upcoming Meetings
June 10 - Respiratory Care Advisory Council
The meeting will be held virtually. The meeting link will be available on the website soon.
June 11 – Board Meeting
The meeting will be held in-person at the Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 E. Broad St., 3rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215. The meeting will be livestreamed.
Contact Us
30 E. Broad Street, 3rd Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
614-466-3934
contact@med.ohio.gov
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Duty to Report Obligation
Licensees have statutory and ethical duties to report certain misconduct to the board.
Learn more >
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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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