Physician Assistant Advisory Committee

Prelitigation

Prelitigation Department: BOM-prelitigation@dopl.idaho.gov

LAY PANELIST VOLUNTEERS WANTED!!

Idaho Code requires that claims for medical malpractice go through the Prelitigation screening process. To file a claim for medical malpractice please submit the form below. Form may be downloaded, filled out, and emailed, mailed or hand-delivered to the Idaho State Board of Medicine (Board).

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PRELITIGATION CLAIM FORM

A form for you to report improperly provided or withheld health care. Please read carefully the instructions on the Application and Claim Form for Medical Malpractice Prelitigation Screening Request. To process your request, please submit the Medical Malpractice Prelitigation Claim Form to the Board of Medicine. Named Respondents (Idaho Licensed Physicians and/or Acute Care General Hospitals) will receive a copy of the filed Prelitigation Screening Request from the Board. Claimant will also need to send a copy of the Application and Claim Form to the named Respondents. NOTE: Incomplete applications will delay the process.

Please read the attachments included with the application for familiarization of the Medical Malpractice Prelitigation Hearing process. The packet above includes:

Application & Claim, Idaho Medical Malpractice Statute, and the Board’s Position Statement regarding Out-Of-State Attorneys

Medical Malpractice Law in Idaho
Idaho Code regarding medical malpractice from the hearing panel composition to the duration of proceedings.

Prelitigation Screening

Applications

Hearings may be requested by submitting the Application and Claim Form provided by the Board (see above). Claims must set forth in reasonable detail including when, where, and how the health care in question is alleged to have been negligently provided and the damages claimed.

Panel Chairmen

The panel chairmen are attorneys appointed by the Idaho State Bar.

Hearings

The panel chairman schedules and conducts hearings. It is important that panelists and persons involved appear at the time and place hearings are scheduled. Failure to appear can cause inconvenience and substantial loss in time and expense for many people. It is the responsibility of the parties to arrange their own representation. Any Claimant or Respondent who does not intend or wish to appear or be represented at the hearing is requested to notify the Panel Chairman immediately. The law does not require the claimant to be represented by an attorney.

Board of Medicine

The Board of Medicine receives requests for hearings, makes appropriate notifications, appoints the panel, and assists the panel chairmen as requested in making the necessary arrangements for hearings.

Federation of State Medical Boards Consumer Information
Information on state medical boards’ purpose, function and consumer information.

Registration and Login

• LOGIN – Idaho Prescription Monitoring Program (pmpaware.net)
• FAQ – Prescriber Mandatory Checking
• Idaho PDMP User Support Guide & Registration Instructions

PMP Statewide Gateway Integration

Integration of electronic health records (EHR) and Idaho pharmacy Electronic Medical Records (EMR) management systems. Integration is not mandatory. PDMP data is always accessible through the PDMP web portal.

• PMP Gateway-Statewide Integration Product Information
• Gateway Integration Welcome Packet
• Create an Account

Daily Pharmacy Dispensation Reporting Requirement Applicable to:

• Resident and Non-Resident Drug Outlets
• Prescriber Drug Outlet
• Idaho PDMP Data Registration & Submission Guide

Monthly Prescriber Sales Reporting Requirement – Applicable to:

• Wholesale Distributor
• Manufacturer
• Virtual Manufacturer
• FAQ – Manufacturer and Wholesale Drug Distributor Monthly Prescriber Sales Reporting
• Prescriber Sales Reporting Form
• Email the completed form to pdmp@dopl.idaho.gov

Additional Resources:

Opioid Prescribing Guidelines and the Use of the Idaho Prescription Drug Monitoring Database

Echo Idaho – Use of the Prescription Monitoring Program and Board of Pharmacy Metrics

Questions?

For more information on Diversion or the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program email PDMP@dopl.idaho.gov to inquire.

This newsletter is the only information newsletter published by the Idaho Board of Medicine and serves as the Board’s notification of rule changes, policy information, and disciplinary information provided to all licensees of the Idaho Board of Medicine.

For newsletters previous to the dates below, please contact the Board of Medicine.

• 2023-02 Spring Newsletter
• 2023-01 Winter Newsletter
• 2022-03 Summer Newsletter
• 2022-02 Spring Newsletter
• 2022-01 Winter Newsletter
• 2021-04 Fall Newsletter
• 2021-03 Summer Newsletter
• 2021-02 Spring Newsletter
• 2021-01 Winter Newsletter
• 2020-03 Fall Newsletter
• 2020-02 June Newsletter
• 2020-01 Winter Newsletter

Q: Where do I find the FAQs for prescriber mandatory checking of  controlled substances?

A: Click to see PRESCRIBER MANDATORY CHECKING FAQ.

Q: Where do I find the FAQs for Collaborative Practice Agreements?

A: Click to see Collaborative Practice FAQ.

Q: How can I verify when my license has been issued? 

A: You will receive a licensure packet in the mail, including your license cards and a decorative wall certificate. Licensure status may also be verified by clicking on the link License and Registration Search.

Q:  I have let my license lapse, what must I do to activate that license?

A:  A license that has been lapsed less than five years may be reinstated upon submission of a renewal application together with the payment of all back renewal fees, a license re-instatement fee, and proof of completion of continuing education as required in the rules.  If a license has been lapsed for more than five years, a new application for licensure is required.

Q: How do I request a duplicate license?

A: The license/registration issued to you by the Division is public proof that you are entitled to pursue certain activities regulated by Idaho Law.  If your license/registration becomes lost or destroyed, you may obtain a replacement from the Division.  A replacement may also be requested if you have changed your name or address and wish to receive a license/registration bearing the updated information.  

You may complete the Application for Duplicate (link to IBOL-Application for Duplicate PDF) License form online, print it out and sign it, and send it with the fee required by Idaho law to the Division.  Your application will not be processed unless the fee is received with the application.   A replacement card will be sent to the mailing address.

Q: How do I request an official verification of my license in Idaho?

A: Certifications can be obtained two ways from Idaho:

1. Free primary source verification of license/registration status may be obtained via the web at www.dopl.idaho.gov. Click on search licenses and registrations. These certifications contain all public information.
2. Purchase an official license verification for $20.00 using a Visa/MasterCard credit card. Official verifications are mailed within 1-3 business days. Use the BOM Request for Official Licensure Verification Form (link to PDF)

PLEASE NOTE: Physicians and physician assistants may obtain primary source license verifications online through VeriDoc.

Q: What are the requirements for continuing education?

A: Requirements for Renewal. Prior to renewal of each license as set forth by the expiration date on the face of the certificate, physician assistants shall attest to maintenance of certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or similar certifying agency approved by the Board, which certification requires a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of continuing medical education over a two-year (2) period. 

Q: How do I request license verifications from other state boards?

A: Use VeriDoc to request license verifications from other state boards. 

The Physician Assistant Advisory Committee was created and made a part of the Idaho State Board of Medicine by resolution. Members of the Committee are appointed by the Board in accordance with the rules.

Though the Committee has no authority to revoke licenses or impose limitations or conditions on licenses, they make recommendations to the Board, regarding Physician Assistant licensure.

The Committee works in the following areas:

• Evaluating the qualifications of applicants fo r licensure;
• Performing investigations of misconduct and making recommendations regarding discipline;
• Maintaining a list of currently licensed physician assistants and graduate physician assistants in this state; and
• Advising the Board on rule changes necessary to license and regulate physician assistants and graduate physician assistants in this state.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Board of Athletic Trainers, please send an email of interest to support.HP@dopl.idaho.gov.