Which program are license holders referred to if impairment is disclosed?

Which program are license holders referred to if impairment is disclosed?

• A. The Texan Physician Health Program (TXPHP) is the referral
• B. Texas Department of Health
• C. Texas Medical Board
• D. American Medical Association

Answer: (A)

The referral for impairment disclosures is to the Texan Physician Health Program. This program provides confidential evaluation, treatment, and monitoring for physicians dealing with health issues—such as substance use or mental health concerns—that could affect patient safety. The goal is rehabilitation and safe practice, with the Texas Medical Board remaining the licensure and disciplinary authority and TXPHP coordinating the treatment and monitoring. The other options do not serve this impairment-treatment role: the board handles licensure and discipline, the AMA is a national professional association without state licensure authority, and the Texas Department of Health (now DSHS) does not manage physician impairment referrals.

The referral for impairment disclosures is to the Texan Physician Health Program. This program provides confidential evaluation, treatment, and monitoring for physicians dealing with health issues—such as substance use or mental health concerns—that could affect patient safety. The goal is rehabilitation and safe practice, with the Texas Medical Board remaining the licensure and disciplinary authority and TXPHP coordinating the treatment and monitoring. The other options do not serve this impairment-treatment role: the board handles licensure and discipline, the AMA is a national professional association without state licensure authority, and the Texas Department of Health (now DSHS) does not manage physician impairment referrals.