The following section was amended by the 88th Legislature. This form must be completed for issuance of Texas Exempt License Plates for a vehicle owned or leased by an emergency medical services (EMS) provider licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services to provide emergency services. 3.1557, eff. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. (2) has personnel and sufficient equipment and supplies for providing intravenous therapy and endotracheal or esophageal intubation. (7-a) "Emergency medical care" means bona fide emergency services provided after the sudden onset of a medical or traumatic condition manifesting itself by acute symptoms of sufficient severity, including severe pain, such that the absence of immediate medical attention could reasonably be expected to result in: (A) placing the patient's health in serious jeopardy; (B) serious impairment to bodily functions; or. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. (b) The department may not require an individual to have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate for certification as an emergency care attendant under this chapter if the individual certifies that the individual will serve only as an emergency care attendant volunteer during the certification period. Section 773.05711 Additional Emergency Medical Services Provider License Requirements, Pending publication of the current statutes, see S.B. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 48, No. 1157, Sec. 1089 (H.B. Through social The chart should start with the DBA or assumed name, continue with the legal name (direct owner) and end with any additional ownership levels. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3.1568, eff. Please note this will delay our agency receiving your results up to several weeks. Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. September 1, 2013. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. (B) the specific risks to emergency medical services personnel when responding rapidly to an emergency of exposure to and infection by a potentially serious or deadly communicable disease that an immunization may prevent. 219), Sec. 773.067. 257, eff. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 1411, Sec. 1, eff. (2) for other legitimate governmental functions, including police or firefighting services. 4, eff. The written findings must be accompanied by a concise and explicit statement that specifically describes the circumstances that support the finding. HFC holds pre-licensure conferences once a month and requires one or more of the following individuals to attend: the administrator, medical chief of staff or director of nurses listed on the application. Sept. 1, 2001. 773.086 by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 1126), Sec. (a) An emergency medical services call taker who holds a certificate under Section 773.144 is not liable for damages that arise from the provision of medical information according to the protocol adopted under Section 773.145 if the information is provided in good faith. Transmittal. 219), Sec. 3.1546, eff. Sept. 1, 1991. (a) An emergency medical services provider is exempt from the payment of fees under this subchapter if the provider uses emergency medical services volunteers exclusively to provide emergency prehospital care. Chapter 2110, Government Code, does not apply to the size, composition, or duration of the advisory council. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Body temperatures of 107 or higher can result . The TMB also recognizes the need to ease licensure requirements to facilitate increasing the supply of health care providers available to the people of Texas during these unprecedented times. 435, Sec. (b) The account is composed of money deposited to the account under Article 102.0185, Code of Criminal Procedure. increasing citizen access. (a) The department shall establish the emergency medical services assistance program to provide financial and educational assistance to eligible emergency medical services providers. 219), Sec. (b) In determining the fitness to perform the duties and discharge the responsibilities of emergency medical services personnel for a person who has been convicted of, or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision or deferred disposition for, a crime the department shall consider, in addition to the factors listed in Subsection (a): (1) the extent and nature of the person's past criminal activity; (2) the age of the person when the crime was committed; (3) the amount of time that has elapsed since the person's last criminal activity; (4) the conduct and work activity of the person before and after the criminal activity; (5) evidence of the person's rehabilitation or rehabilitative effort while incarcerated, after release, or since imposition of community supervision or deferred adjudication; and. Sec. 14, Sec. (c) If the emergency medical services provider or course coordinator charged with the violation does not request a hearing, the department shall determine whether the provider or course coordinator committed a violation and the amount of any penalty to be assessed. 1876), Sec. Sept. 1, 1989. (2) is under the substantial evidence rule. Money that is not disbursed by a regional advisory council to eligible recipients for approved functions by the end of the fiscal year in which the funds were disbursed may be retained by the regional advisory council to be used during the following fiscal year in accordance with this subsection. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 6, eff. 1 (S.B. 1226 (S.B. You must pass the NR exam to become eligible for state certification; therefore, you must meet all requirements (such as application, fee, etc.) 1, eff. Sec. DISPOSITION OF FUNDS. 773.093. April 2, 2015. 376, Sec. 14, Sec. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. (e) Subsection (a)(2) does not apply to an emergency medical services provider that held a license on September 1, 2013, and has an administrator of record who has at least eight years of experience providing emergency medical services. September 1, 2005. A currently licensed facility applying for relocation must complete the following requirements. A provider is encouraged to upgrade staffing and equipment to meet the minimum standards set by the rules adopted under this chapter. (d) Emergency medical services personnel who administer epinephrine auto-injector devices to others shall immediately report the use to the physician supervising the activities of the emergency medical services personnel. 605, Sec. April 2, 2015. Individuals eligible for licensure must successfully complete an accredited graduate medical degree program, obtain board certification, and have no restrictions on their license and prescribing authority. 3.1560, eff. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 219), Sec. Withdrawal of consent does not affect any information disclosed before the date on which written notice of the withdrawal was received. If a suspension is probated, the department may require the person or the sponsor of a course or training program, as applicable: (1) to report regularly to the department on matters that are the basis of the probation; (2) to limit practice to the areas prescribed by the department; or. 3556), Sec. 198, Sec. (b) The program includes grants to eligible emergency medical services providers and an educational curriculum to provide training to rural emergency medical services personnel. 3.1565, eff. (e) The Insurance Code does not apply to a subscription program established under this section. 1126), Sec. A copy of the following patient transfer documents for the facility: Patient Transfer Policy, signed by the facility's chairman and secretary of the facilitys governing body, that meets the requirements of, Memorandum of Transfer form that meets the requirements of, Patient Transfer Agreement with a general hospital that meets the requirements of. 605, Sec. 773.0496. Sec. September 1, 2013. 2, eff. (q) A pharmacist may dispense an epinephrine auto-injector to an entity without requiring the name or any other identifying information relating to the user. 773.0617. 23, 2023). 773.085 by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. In some states it is possible to have a lapsed, expired, or inactive NREMT credential and a valid state issued EMS license. 1311 (S.B. 773.024. Emergency medical services personnel may carry and administer epinephrine auto-injector devices in accordance with this section. Must submit to a fingerprint-based background check through IdentoGO using the Texas Fingerprint Service Code Form. April 2, 2015. The license is subject to annual review by the department. TRAUMA FACILITIES. April 2, 2015. 3.1639(114), eff. (10) "Emergency medical services personnel" means: (C) advanced emergency medical technicians; (D) emergency medical technicians--paramedic; or. (B) has not been excluded from participation in the state Medicaid program; (5) the applicant holds a letter of approval issued under Section 773.0573 by the governing body of the municipality or the commissioners court of the county in which the applicant is located and is applying to provide emergency medical services, as applicable; (6) the applicant employs a medical director; (7) the applicant operates out of a physical location in compliance with Section 773.05715; (8) the applicant owns or has a long-term lease agreement for all equipment necessary for safe operation of an emergency medical services provider, as provided by Section 773.05716; and. (d) An administrator of record approved by the department under Section 773.05711(a) annually must complete at least eight hours of continuing education following initial approval. 1, eff. 915, Sec. (3) the person to whom the information is to be released. 14, Sec. IMMUNITY FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS. 1 (S.B. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN PROGRAM. 6, eff. Redesignated from Health & Safety Code Sec. Only one set of Emergency Medical Services license plates may be issued to an eligible person. If the court does not sustain the occurrence of the violation, the court shall order that no penalty is owed. For example: In this example, (3), (4), 78714. 773.05716. 435, Sec. The department shall charge a fee of not more than $10 to replace a lost or stolen certificate. The following License Initial Applications/Renewals are now available through Online Licensing System. September 1, 2017. Below are links to assist you in the enrollment process. Added by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 773.081 by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 16, eff. 3.1516, eff. To request the fingerprint service code, email. (a) The executive commissioner shall adopt rules necessary to implement this subchapter, including rules for: (1) determining eligibility under the program; (2) establishing requirements for the educational curriculum; and. 1 (S.B. Sept. 1, 1991. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3.1639(114), eff. Sept. 1, 1991. 76, Sec. (B) has knowledge and experience in the delivery of emergency care. 8), Sec. Sec. (2) an offense, other than an offense described by Subdivision (1), committed on or after September 1, 2009, for which the person is subject to registration under Chapter 62, Code of Criminal Procedure. On renewal of the certificate on the new expiration date, the total certificate renewal fee is payable. An offense under this subsection is a Class A misdemeanor. Sept. 1, 2003. Sec. The civil penalty may not exceed $250 a day for each violation. 14.808, eff. (a) Purpose: Acquiring, issuing, and maintaining an EMS Providers License. 1, eff. 219), Sec. (4) the relationship of the crime to the ability, capacity, or fitness required to perform the duties and discharge the responsibilities of emergency medical services personnel. 773.001. 7, eff. Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. To view EMS certification/licensure rules and policies, visit our Rules/Policies page. 8, eff. 605, Sec. (e) Except as provided by Section 773.062, the procedures by which the department takes action under this section and the procedures by which that action is appealed are governed by the procedures for a contested case hearing under Chapter 2001, Government Code. 773.015. 8, eff. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 773.111. The requirements and procedures adopted by the executive commissioner for the renewal of a certificate to practice as emergency medical services personnel issued under this chapter: (1) may not require an applicant to provide unchanged criminal history information already included in one or more of the applicant's previous applications for certification or for certificate renewal filed with the department; and. (i) Employee and volunteer training under this section must: (A) the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis; (B) the recommended dosages for an adult and a child; (C) the administration of an epinephrine auto-injector; (D) the implementation of emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an epinephrine auto-injector; and, (E) the proper disposal of used or expired epinephrine auto-injectors; and. (3) submit for approval by the department the name and contact information of the provider's administrator of record who satisfies the requirements under Section 773.05712. Sec. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Statutes Title 9, Safety; Subtitle B, Emergencies; Chapter 773, Emergency Medical Services; Section 773.05711, Additional Emergency Medical Services Provider License Requirements. (a) An emergency medical services provider must own or hold a long-term lease for all equipment necessary for the safe operation of an emergency medical services provider, including emergency medical services vehicles, heart rate monitors, defibrillators, stretchers, and any other equipment the department determines is required. Sec. 23, 2023). The information provided assistsDSHS to continually improve and be more responsive to the needs of customers. The NR office will notify you of your exam score and, if necessary, will provide retest instructions. 577), Sec. 7, eff. Current military service members, military veterans, and military spouses who received emergency medical technician (EMT) training in the military and have a current National Registry certification are eligible for a Texas EMT certification. Sept. 1, 1989. June 17, 2011. DUTIES OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL; CERTAIN EMERGENCY PREHOSPITAL CARE SITUATIONS. AUTHORITY TO REVOKE, SUSPEND, DISQUALIFY FOR, OR DENY CERTIFICATION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL OFFENSES. Sept. 1, 1991. 1 (S.B. Each out-of-state application for certification must be accompanied by a nonrefundable fee of not more than $120. 773.0612. A completed Form 3226 at least 30 calendar days before relocation of the facility. 2, eff. (a) The fund for emergency medical services, trauma facilities, and trauma care systems is established as an account in the general revenue fund. Austin, TX 78714-9347 Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. (2) prohibit the use of telemedicine medical service that meets the requirements of Subsection (b). Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3.1520, eff. To view NR requirements, go to www.nremt.org. Sept. 1, 1997. 219), Sec. (d) The executive commissioner may adopt rules for waiver of the surety bond. The legal name and Employer Identification Number (EIN) on the application should be an exact match with the IRS letter. 3.1523, eff. (3) has been convicted of Medicare or Medicaid fraud, has been excluded from participation in the state Medicaid program, or has a hold on payment for reimbursement under the state Medicaid program under Subchapter C, Chapter 531, Government Code. 1960), Sec. Sec. Medical licensure in Texas is governed by the Texas Medical Board. For more information or to schedule the pre-licensure conference, contact the. "By utilizing TMB and TBN's disaster emergency licensure rule, Texas will have an increased supply of health care professionals who will be able to provide necessary in-person and telemedicine services to Texans across the state," said Governor Abbott. Austin, TX 78714-9347 STATE PLAN FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES. The person who files an affidavit has the burden of proving that the person is financially unable to pay the amount of the penalty and to give a supersedeas bond. 305 (S.B. 773.117. The following section was amended by the 88th Legislature. RECOVERY OF ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY BY ATTORNEY GENERAL. The person may become certified by complying with the requirements and procedures, including the examination requirements, for an original certification. 2, eff. DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS. 3, eff. 219), Sec. A municipality may establish standards for an emergency medical services provider that are stricter than the minimum standards of this chapter and department rules adopted under this chapter. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. (2) the person's spouse is an officer, manager, or paid consultant of a Texas trade association in the field of emergency medical services. The degree must be from a school that is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as an approved accrediting authority. 1 (S.B. Sept. 1, 1991. 198, Sec. September 1, 2005. 1, eff. The site is secure. Texas has five levels of certification. 1084 (H.B. (b) The provider of an emergency medical services call taker training program shall issue an emergency medical services call taker a certificate evidencing completion of the training program. (a) Each basic life-support emergency medical services vehicle when in service must be staffed by at least two individuals certified as emergency care attendants or certified at a higher level of training. Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (a) On the recommendation of the advisory council, the executive commissioner shall adopt minimum standards and objectives to implement a pediatric emergency services system, including rules that: (1) provide guidelines for categorization of a facility's pediatric capability; (2) provide for triage, transfer, and transportation policies for pediatric care; (A) prehospital care management for triage and transportation of a pediatric patient; (B) prehospital and hospital equipment that is necessary and appropriate for the care of a pediatric patient; (C) necessary pediatric emergency equipment and training in long-term care facilities; and, (D) an interhospital transfer system for a critically ill or injured pediatric patient; and. September 1, 2011. Sec. 773.012. 1, eff. Submit an online reciprocity application and pay the non-refundable application fee. (18) two representatives of the general public who are not qualified to serve under another subdivision of this subsection. (h) The department shall ensure that the written examinations and any other tests that the department requires a person to take and pass to obtain or retain certification as emergency medical services personnel shall be administered during the course of a year at various locations around the state so that a person who resides in any part of the state will be able to take the examinations or tests without having to travel a distance that as a practical matter requires either travel by air or an overnight stay. 1, eff. 265, eff. The executive commissioner by rule may require that, before issuance of the certificate, the call taker successfully complete an examination administered by the department, by the provider of the training program, or by another person. SUBCHAPTER G. PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES. Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Sec. are usually free or discounted: Lawyer Referral & Information Service (LRIS). 1411, Sec. 1126), Sec. For the year in which the certificate expiration date is changed, the department shall prorate certificate fees on a monthly basis so that each certificate holder pays only that portion of the certificate fee that is allocable to the number of months during which the certificate is valid. Section 773.05711 Additional Emergency Medical Services Provider License Requirements, Aug. 28, 1995; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. (c) An emergency medical services provider is prohibited from expanding operations to or stationing any emergency medical services vehicles in a municipality or county other than the municipality or county from which the provider obtained the letter of approval under this section until after the second anniversary of the date the provider's initial license was issued, unless the expansion or stationing occurs in connection with: (1) a contract awarded by another municipality or county for the provision of emergency medical services; (2) an emergency response made in connection with an existing mutual aid agreement; or. The executive commissioner may not set an arbitrary limit on the number of facilities designated as trauma facilities. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Visiting Professor Temporary License Physician Public Health Licenses Conceded Eminence License Military Limited Volunteer License Physician Assistants Overview Acupuncturists Overview Medical Radiologic Technologist General Medical Radiologic Technologist Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist LMRT Exam Information Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. The executive commissioner may adopt rules regarding a statewide stroke emergency transport plan and stroke facility criteria based on recommendations from the advisory council. Fees 1, eff. 773.203. Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 1 (S.B. (16) "First responder organization" means a group or association of certified emergency medical services personnel that, working in cooperation with a licensed emergency medical services provider, provides immediate on-scene care to ill or injured persons but does not transport those persons. (a) The department shall establish a program to award grants to initiate, expand, maintain, and improve emergency medical services and to support medical systems and facilities that provide trauma care. The approved means that your submitted application meets the requirements and is now in que to be processed. 1899), Sec. 773.257. April 2, 2015. | (6) other evidence of the person's fitness, including letters of recommendation from: (A) prosecutors, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, or community supervision officers who prosecuted, arrested, or had custodial or other responsibility for the person; (B) the sheriff or chief of police in the community where the person resides; and. 605, Sec. Click here for instructions on opening this form. Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 773.0573. Aug. 28, 1995; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 846), Sec. NREMT certification is not the same as a license to practice. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 254 (H.B. 8, eff. (c) The executive commissioner shall adopt rules as necessary to administer this section. April 2, 2015. Kelly Boudreaux: 512-231-5725, Email: EMSProviderFRO@dshs.texas.gov 678, Sec. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (2) "End stage renal disease facility" has the meaning assigned by Section 251.001. 9, eff. Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. Money in the account may be appropriated only to the department for the purposes specified by Section 773.122. Specific licensing requirements under these rules may be found on the TMB website. LIMITATION ON INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE RENEWAL. Texas Department of State Health Services Sept. 1, 1991. (c) The executive commissioner shall adopt rules for unannounced inspections authorized under this section. (a) To the extent feasible, the executive commissioner by rule shall set the fees under this subchapter in amounts necessary for the department to recover the cost of administering this subchapter. REPORT TO LEGISLATURE. (d) Each application under Subsection (a)(2) must be accompanied by a nonrefundable fee of not more than $30 for a basic course or training program or $60 for an advanced course or training program. 1377, Sec. June 14, 2019. 848, Sec. The department may deny licensure or certification to an applicant who does not provide a complete set of the required fingerprints to obtain criminal history record information. 2.84(a), eff. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 2003. 219), Sec. April 2, 2015. PROVISION OF MEDICAL INFORMATION. 3.1527, eff. 773.003. (b) Each application must be made to the department on a form prescribed by the department and under department rules. Additional Emergency Med. EMS Personnel Certification and Licensure, Research, Funding, & Educational Resources, Center for Health Emergency Preparedness & Response, Texas Comprehensive Cancer Control Program, Cancer Resources for Health Professionals, Resources for Cancer Patients, Caregivers and Families, Food Manufacturers, Wholesalers, and Warehouses, Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Licensure, National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS), Health Care Information Collection (THCIC), EMS CE programs offering jurisprudence exam, Reciprocity AEMT Skills Verification Form, Military Service Members, Veterans, and Spouses, EMS Coordinator - Instructor Certification, Renewals - EMS Responder Certification and Licensure, Acceptance of CE Approved by Other Accrediting Agencies, Live Online Certification-Licensee Search Verification. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3.1556, eff. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1991; Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 14, Sec. (u) A cause of action does not arise from an act or omission described by this section. 3.1512, eff. 773.064. 882 (S.B. Other types of out-of-state health care professionals regulated by TMB may also receive temporary licenses. June 19, 2015. 1899), Sec. (c) A person commits an offense if the person violates this section. 198, Sec. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 3.1535, eff. (4) restricts the license or certificate holder's advertisement under a trade name. Sept. 1, 1999. Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. (d) This subchapter governs confidential communications or records concerning a patient regardless of when the patient received the services of emergency medical services personnel or a physician providing medical supervision. April 2, 2015. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. (f) This section does not require an air transportation provider to be licensed if, in addition to the company's normal air transportation service, the air transportation company provides only voluntary, mercy-flight transportation at the company's own expense. PROCEEDINGS GOVERNED BY ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT; GUIDELINES. Then, under the EMS Board, select the application for Initial EMT online, complete the application to include adding the National Registry number and expiration date AND the DSHS course approval number and the course completion date. Persons with Emergency Care Attendant (ECA); First Responder (FR) or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) are not eligible for Texas Reciprocity. Sept. 1, 2003. 3.1547, eff. The department may issue a provisional license to an emergency medical services provider under this chapter if the department finds that issuing the license would serve the public interest and that the provider meets the requirements of the rules adopted under this section. and (4)(a) are all outline levels, but 1227 and H.B. 219), Sec. The department shall divide the state into emergency medical services delivery areas that coincide, to the extent possible, with other regional planning areas. According to 2019-2020 data from the commission: The average number of state licenses obtained per applicant was 1.6, down from three in the previous period. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 871), Sec. To receive a distribution under this subsection, the regional advisory council must be incorporated as an entity that is exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(a), Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and its subsequent amendments, by being listed as an exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the code. 605, Sec. Sept. 1, 1991; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. LIMITATION ON CIVIL LIABILITY. (h) This section does not impose a standard of care not otherwise required by law. June 18, 1999; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1, eff. FEES. (b) In rules to prohibit false, misleading, or deceptive practices, the executive commissioner may not include a rule that: (1) restricts the use of any medium for advertising; (2) restricts the use of a license or certificate holder's personal appearance or voice in an advertisement; (3) relates to the size or duration of an advertisement by the license or certificate holder; or. GRANTS. Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 253, eff. 330), Sec. Funds may be disbursed under this subsection based on a proportionate share of uncompensated trauma care provided in the state and may be used to fund innovative projects to enhance the delivery of patient care in the overall emergency medical services and trauma care system. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. The written consent must specify: (1) the information or records to be covered by the release; (2) the reasons or purpose for the release; and. The executive commissioner by rule may prescribe a reasonable fee for the costs associated with prescreening to charge each applicant who requests prescreening.