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March eNews
Updates & important information from the State Medical Board of Ohio
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East Palestine Clinical Guidance
ODH is working in East Palestine with the Ohio Emergency Management Agency, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. EPA, and Columbiana County General Health District to help the residents there in the aftermath of the recent train derailment. Air testing, municipal water testing, and private water wells tested thus far show that test results are within safe limits established by the U.S. EPA.
Some health care providers may see patients from the East Palestine area who present with symptoms that could be associated with chemical exposure or a range of other potential causes. Click here to view the provider guidance prepared to help you with the diagnostic assessment and treatment of such patients. This information will only be an FYI to other providers in the region who are not likely to see any such patients.
This update is only intended for providers in counties near East Palestine. If you need additional information or guidance or have questions, please contact The Poison Control Center at 877-603-0170.
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Ohio Launches New Data Dashboards to Report Overdose, Substance-Use Measures
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that the state has launched new data dashboards to better track and report data on overdose deaths and other substance-use related measures for all 88 Ohio counties.
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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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ODH Bureau of Vital Statistics to Replace Birth and Death Electronic Reporting Systems
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Bureau of Vital Statistics is replacing its electronic vital records systems with enhanced next generation systems. The Integrated Perinatal Health Information System (IPHIS) is used primarily by hospitals/birthing centers to report births, and the Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS) is used primarily by physicians to report deaths and by funeral directors to help complete death certificates. Local health departments use both systems, including to file and issue certified copies of birth certificates and death certificates.
The Ohio Department of Administrative Services has posted a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a vendor to replace both systems. A vendor should be selected by July. It is anticipated that the EDRS death module will be replaced first in 2024, followed by the IPHIS birth module thereafter.
Relevant state professional associations will be invited to participate in these stakeholder discussions. Anyone else who wants to participate should contact the ODH Bureau of Vital Statistics at VS.Helpdesk@odh.ohio.gov.
Currently, about half of death certificates are completed electronically through EDRS with the other half completed manually through paper death certificates. After the new EDRS module is implemented, all death certificates will be expected to be completed electronically through the new system.
The new IPHIS and EDRS systems will be easily accessible from mobile devices which will give users greater flexibility regarding how and when they use the systems. The new systems also will improve the process of ordering birth and death certificates by the general public.
Prior to go-live for each new vital records system, ODH will hold training sessions for users.
IPHIS/EDRS users who have questions about these initiatives should send their questions to the ODH Bureau of Vital Statistics at VS.Helpdesk@odh.ohio.gov.
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Duty to Report
As a licensee of the State Medical Board of Ohio, you have a statutory and ethical duty to report misconduct to the Medical Board. Examples of misconduct include, but are not limited to, sexual misconduct, impairment, practice below the minimal standards of care, and improper prescribing of controlled substances. If you suspect or have observed inappropriate behavior by a health care professional or colleague, you should contact your local law enforcement immediately and file a complaint with the State Medical Board. Knowing a colleague is violating regulations and not reporting to the Medical Board not only puts patients at risk but also puts your license to practice in jeopardy.
You can read more about your duty to report and the CME requirement on our website.
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Massage Therapy Curriculum Requirements
Effective April 6, HB 509 changes massage therapy curriculum requirements from 600 hours of specified course requirements to a course of instruction in massage therapy of at least 600 clock hours.
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Get to Know SMBO
The Medical Board has released a new video explaining physicians' responsibility to sign a death certificate in a timely manner. To watch the video, click here.
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2023 Medical & Health Symposium | May 4-6, 2023
Registration is now open for the 2023 Medical & Health Symposium brought to you by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. Sign-up today for this three-day virtual event where you can earn FREE continuing education credits, hear from world class speakers on topics affecting patient care, mental health, workers’ compensation, and more. You can even watch a live shoulder surgery – all from the comfort of your home or office. Sign up today here.
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Ohio Responds Volunteer Registry
The Ohio Responds Volunteer Registry is the State of Ohio’s online system for managing public health and healthcare professionals who wish to volunteer. If you are would like to volunteer to help the state's efforts, please visit www.ohioresponds.odh.ohio.gov/ to register. |
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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. |
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Happy 127th Anniversary
We're so grateful to celebrate 127 years of serving the state of Ohio. On Feb. 27, 1896, the State Medical Board of Ohio was created through adoption of the Ohio Medical Practice Act. |
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One-bite Program & Confidential Monitoring
The Medical Board's
One-bite Program is a non-disciplinary, confidential program for the treatment of impaired licensees and applicants of the Medical Board - established in section 4731.251 of the Revised Code. For more information visit med.ohio.gov and ohiophp.org.
The Medical Board's
Confidential Monitoring Program is a non-disciplinary, confidential program for licensees with mental physical conditions impacting ability to practice established in section 4731-28-02 of the Administrative Code.
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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Upcoming Meetings
April 10 – Dietetics Advisory Council
Dietetics Advisory Council meetings are held in-person at the Rhodes State Office Tower.
April 12 – 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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