Complaints against physicians and physician assistants
Who we regulate:
- medical doctors (M.D.)
- doctors of osteopathy (D. O.)
- physician assistants (P.A.)
We do not regulate:
- psychologists
- podiatrists
- dentists
- registered nurses
- other health professionals
- hospitals
- nursing homes
- surgical centers
- other health care facilities
Our authority is to:
- receive and investigate complaints
- conduct investigations
- enforce regulations
- impose sanctions when a violation of law or regulation has occurred
The Board has no jurisdiction over actions concerning fees
After receiving a complaint, we:
- determine whether it is within our jurisdiction
- respond to the complainant and acknowledge receipt
- may ask for additional information
- may contact you for a statement
Once the investigation is complete:
- results of the investigation reviewed by the Board
- Board votes on a disposition
- complainant is notified of disposition
Possible Board decisions:
- there is no basis for action against the license
- licensee will receive a non-disciplinary letter of concern
- records are further reviewed by an expert
- investigation is continued to obtain additional information
- disciplinary charges are filed
To file a complaint:
- download complaint form and instructions
- read instructions
- complete complaint form and release
- return original forms to the address listed on the forms
What happens next:
- you will receive written acknowledgement of receipt of your complaint
- you may be mailed a request for additional information
- you may be contacted by an investigator for the Board
- you will be notified of the Board's decision
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