For physicians, the consequences of drug abuse can extend well beyond time away from work. While patient overload and stress can be challenging, the case we report on today shows that yielding to the temptation of “extra help” from drugs
Alcohol abuse can affect more than a physician’s health and personal life. When alcohol use raises concerns about patient safety or a physician’s ability to practice medicine, the Texas Medical Board may investigate and impose disciplinary action. At Gardner Employment
Physicians typically view billing and coding decisions as administrative. But claims based on inaccurate billing can create serious professional consequences. When the TMB believes a physician engaged in improper billing practices, that physician’s medical license may be in jeopardy. Gardner
As a physician, when you fail make accurate diagnoses or provide proper treatment, even unintentionally, the consequences can extend beyond patient harm to professional discipline. Gardner Employment Law advises physicians facing scrutiny from the Texas Medical Board. The following case,
Physician-patient relationships are grounded in trust. With the patient’s trust comes a strong boundary line that a physician may never cross. When physician-patient boundaries blur, the consequences can be severe. Gardner Employment Law provides professional legal advice to physicians when
