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June 27, 2025
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June 18, 2025
We have seen a recent surge in fraudulent emails and phone calls targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating the Department of Health or Division of […]
June 18, 2025
Beginning July 1, 2025, health care practitioners must comply with background screening requirements when applying for initial licensure or renewing their license. For more information scroll […]
June 6, 2025
Scammers are targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating MQA.
Learn How to Report a Scam.
May 30, 2025
May 23, 2025
Informing Boards, Councils, and Stakeholders on Key Licensure,
Enforcement, and Information Performance and Activities
April 24, 2025
Cleared to Care Marketing Campaign Launches to Inform Health Care Practitioners of New Background Screening Requirements Beginning July 1, 2025, all health care practitioners in Florida […]
April 4, 2025
Complete your background screening early to avoid delays in licensure.
Click here to find out more!
February 27, 2025
Announcing MQA’s FY 2024-25
Performance Report for Quarter Two
February 27, 2025
Announcing MQA’s FY 2024-25
Performance Report for Quarter Two
February 3, 2025
Announcing MQA's FY 2024-2025
Performance Report for Quarter One
November 19, 2024
See how MQA streamlines licensure for those who have sacrificed the most and explore veteran stories, military licensure trends, and more!
November 1, 2024
Check out the report on the MQA Reports and Publications page to see how MQA is advancing its mission to make Florida the healthiest state in the nation.
November 1, 2024
Check out the report on the MQA Reports and Publications page to see how MQA is advancing its mission to make Florida the healthiest state in the nation.
October 16, 2024
On October 5, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Milton.
October 16, 2024
On October 5, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Milton.
September 9, 2024
Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.
September 9, 2024
Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.
May 15, 2024
E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite
licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!
May 15, 2024
E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite
licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!
May 1, 2024
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2024 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
May 1, 2024
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2024 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
February 1, 2024
Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $20,000 annually for service in Florida’s underserved communities.
February 1, 2024
Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $20,000 annually for service in Florida’s underserved communities.
January 1, 2024
Providing a summary of physician certification annual data submitted to the medical marijuana use registry.
January 1, 2024
Providing a summary of physician certification annual data submitted to the medical marijuana use registry.
December 14, 2023
MQA Online Services will be unavailable from Friday, December 15, at 6:00 PM to December 17, at 12:00 PM EST.
December 14, 2023
MQA Online Services will be unavailable from Friday, December 15, at 6:00 PM to December 17, at 12:00 PM EST.
November 15, 2023
MQA is planning to revamp the board websites. Please take the survey to give us your recommendations by clicking the survey icon below. Survey closing Friday, 2/2/2024 at 4:30 PM ET
November 15, 2023
MQA is planning to revamp the board websites. Please take the survey to give us your recommendations by clicking the survey icon below. Survey closing Friday, 2/2/2024 at 4:30 PM ET
November 1, 2023
An annual publication showcasing trends and information about Florida’s health care regulatory landscape.
November 1, 2023
An annual publication showcasing trends and information about Florida’s health care regulatory landscape.
August 27, 2023
On August 26, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Idalia.
August 27, 2023
On August 26, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Idalia.
August 1, 2023
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent emails that have been received by multiple licensees.
August 1, 2023
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent emails that have been received by multiple licensees.
June 28, 2023
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2023 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 28, 2023
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2023 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
January 17, 2023
Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $20,000 annually for service in Florida’s underserved communities.
January 17, 2023
Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $20,000 annually for service in Florida’s underserved communities.
December 21, 2022
The Division of Medical Quality Assurance has announced the 2023 Annual Long-Range Planning meeting. Click here for more information.
December 21, 2022
The Division of Medical Quality Assurance has announced the 2023 Annual Long-Range Planning meeting. Click here for more information.
November 7, 2022
On Monday, November 7, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Subtropical Storm Nicole.
November 7, 2022
On Monday, November 7, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Subtropical Storm Nicole.
October 31, 2022
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-22 has been published. Click here for more information.
October 31, 2022
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-22 has been published. Click here for more information.
October 12, 2022
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is proud to highlight the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program.
October 12, 2022
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is proud to highlight the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program.
September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 23, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Hurricane Ian.
September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 23, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Hurricane Ian.
September 2, 2022
September 2, 2022
July 5, 2022
Please be aware of website server maintenance for MQA Websites beginning Friday, July 8th at 5:00PM EST. Click here for more information.
July 5, 2022
Please be aware of website server maintenance for MQA Websites beginning Friday, July 8th at 5:00PM EST. Click here for more information.
June 16, 2022
June 16, 2022
June 14, 2022
June 14, 2022
April 15, 2022
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2022 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 15, 2022
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2022 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 14, 2022
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in some areas of Florida.
April 14, 2022
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in some areas of Florida.
April 12, 2022
April 12, 2022
December 8, 2021
December 8, 2021
November 1, 2021
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2020-21
is now online.
is now online.
November 1, 2021
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2020-21
is now online.
is now online.
October 14, 2021
October 14, 2021
August 5, 2021
Important Updates Regarding the Revised Emergency Use Authorization, Direct Order, and Reporting Process for REGEN-COV Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
August 5, 2021
Important Updates Regarding the Revised Emergency Use Authorization, Direct Order, and Reporting Process for REGEN-COV Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
July 29, 2021
Click here to access data on recently licensed Health Care Practitioners and Facilities
July 29, 2021
Click here to access data on recently licensed Health Care Practitioners and Facilities
July 21, 2021
For information regarding new rules and forms related to smoking marijuana as an appropriate route of administration, please click here.
July 21, 2021
For information regarding new rules and forms related to smoking marijuana as an appropriate route of administration, please click here.
June 29, 2021
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2021 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 29, 2021
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2021 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 9, 2021
June 9, 2021
April 15, 2021
The CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) will be hosting a call at 2:00 PM ET regarding CVST associated with the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine
April 15, 2021
The CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) will be hosting a call at 2:00 PM ET regarding CVST associated with the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine
March 30, 2021
ELI is the new artificial intelligence system that will be transforming customer service through online chat.
March 30, 2021
ELI is the artificial intelligence system
transforming customer service through online chat
March 8, 2021
National Transportation Safety Board issues recommendations to states on prescribing controlled substances for pain and the dangers of operating a vehicle in any mode of transportation
March 8, 2021
National Transportation Safety Board issues recommendations to states on prescribing controlled substances for pain and the dangers of operating a vehicle in any mode of transportation
March 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
December 29, 2020
December 29, 2020
November 18, 2020
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent calls that have been received by multiple licensees
November 18, 2020
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent calls that have been received by multiple licensees
October 30, 2020
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
is now online.
is now online.
October 30, 2020
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
is now online.
is now online.
October 2, 2020
The Governor’s Appointments Office is currently accepting applications for appointments to the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
October 2, 2020
The Governor’s Appointments Office is currently accepting applications for appointments to the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
July 14, 2020
Please be aware of system downtime for DOHMQA beginning Friday July 24th 6:30PM(EST) until Monday July 27th 6:00AM(EST). Click here for more information.
July 14, 2020
Please be aware of system downtime for DOHMQA beginning Friday July 24th 6:30PM(EST) until Monday July 27th 6:00AM(EST). Click here for more information.
July 1, 2020
2020 legislation amended the requirements for non-opioid alternatives. Click here to access the pamphlet for "Information on Nonopioid Alternatives for the Treatment of Pain"
July 1, 2020
2020 legislation amended the requirements for non-opioid alternatives. Click here to access the pamphlet for "Information on Nonopioid Alternatives for the Treatment of Pain"
June 12, 2020
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2020 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 12, 2020
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2020 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
May 28, 2020
State Surgeon General Dr. Scott A. Rivkees issued Emergency Order DOH No. 20-008 extending the licensure renewal expiration with renewal deadlines between May 31, 2020 and July 31, 2020.
May 28, 2020
State Surgeon General Dr. Scott A. Rivkees issued Emergency Order DOH No. 20-008 extending the licensure renewal expiration with renewal deadlines between May 31, 2020 and July 31, 2020.
April 30, 2020
COVID-19 positive patients and COVID-19 laboratory results are subject to mandatory reporting to the Florida Department of Health under Section 381.0031, Florida Statutes.
April 30, 2020
COVID-19 positive patients and COVID-19 laboratory results are subject to mandatory reporting to the Florida Department of Health under Section 381.0031, Florida Statutes.
April 13, 2020
Health care practitioners with inactive licenses may temporarily reactivate their license to help during the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 13, 2020
Health care practitioners with inactive licenses may temporarily reactivate their license to help during the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 22, 2020
Governor Ron DeSantis extended the licensure renewal expiration date for all health care practitioners currently in licensure renewal.
March 22, 2020
Governor Ron DeSantis extended the licensure renewal expiration date for all health care practitioners currently in licensure renewal.
March 13, 2020
Today, the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine entered into emergency rulemaking and adopted Rule 64B15ER20-18, which waives the requirement for live, participatory attendance for certain continuing education courses for the 2018-2020 biennium, in accordance with Executive Orders 20-51 and 20-52 declaring a public health emergency pursuant to the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
March 13, 2020
Today, the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine entered into emergency rulemaking and adopted Rule 64B15ER20-18, which waives the requirement for live, participatory attendance for certain continuing education courses for the 2018-2020 biennium, in accordance with Executive Orders 20-51 and 20-52 declaring a public health emergency pursuant to the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
February 17, 2020
The Florida Department of Health (Department) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to closely monitor the current outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus.
February 17, 2020
The Florida Department of Health (Department) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to closely monitor the current outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus.
January 2, 2020
Click here for the new requirements requiring prescribers to generate and transmit all prescriptions electronically
January 2, 2020
Click here for the new requirements requiring prescribers to generate and transmit all prescriptions electronically
December 16, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2019-2020 fiscal year is now available online.
December 16, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2019-2020 fiscal year is now available online.
December 3, 2019
Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.
December 3, 2019
Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.
October 29, 2019
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
October 29, 2019
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
September 25, 2019
Click here for more information regarding scam calls for license holders claiming to be with the Florida Board.
September 25, 2019
Click here for more information regarding scam calls for license holders claiming to be with the Florida Board.
August 23, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
August 23, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
August 5, 2019
Click here for information on the new registration requirements, practice standards for office surgery centers, and the new registration application.
August 5, 2019
Click here for information on the new registration requirements, practice standards for office surgery centers, and the new registration application.
July 10, 2019
Click here for new profession requirements and reporting procedures regarding Human Trafficking
July 10, 2019
Click here for new profession requirements and reporting procedures regarding Human Trafficking
July 9, 2019
Click here to view the Board of Osteopathic Medicine’s emergency rule that clarifies the standard of care for gluteal fat grafting.
July 9, 2019
Click here to view the Board of Osteopathic Medicine’s emergency rule that clarifies the standard of care for gluteal fat grafting.
July 1, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that sets standards of practice and authorizes out-of-state health care practitioners to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.
July 1, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that sets standards of practice and authorizes out-of-state health care practitioners to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.
June 28, 2019
HB 501 (2019), created section 295.156, Florida Statutes, allowing alternative treatment options for veterans. Click here for information on alternative treatments & eligibility requirements.
June 28, 2019
HB 501 (2019), created section 295.156, Florida Statutes, allowing alternative treatment options for veterans. Click here for information on alternative treatments & eligibility requirements.
June 14, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
June 14, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
June 12, 2019
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2019. Please click here for more information.
June 12, 2019
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2019. Please click here for more information.
May 16, 2019
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2019 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
May 16, 2019
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2019 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
March 19, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that allows a qualified physician to determine that smoking is an appropriate route of administration for medical marijuana.
March 19, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that allows a qualified physician to determine that smoking is an appropriate route of administration for medical marijuana.
February 20, 2019
Medical Marijuana Use Registry fields for qualifying condition (k) do not comply with statutory and rule requirements. Submit form to board within 14-days of certification date.
February 20, 2019
Medical Marijuana Use Registry fields for qualifying condition (k) do not comply with statutory and rule requirements. Submit form to board within 14-days of certification date.
January 25, 2019
MQA Online Services will be temporarily unavailable for system maintenance on 1/28 from 6am EST to 8am EST.
January 25, 2019
MQA Online Services will be temporarily unavailable for system maintenance on 1/28 from 6am EST to 8am EST.
January 22, 2019
We are currently experiencing a temporary delay in printing and mailing the hard copy of your license. Please click here for more information.
January 22, 2019
We are currently experiencing a temporary delay in printing and mailing the hard copy of your license. Please click here for more information.
January 8, 2019
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
January 8, 2019
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
November 2, 2018
Click here for the application to apply for a certificate of exemption as required by Florida’s new controlled substance law (House Bill 21).
November 2, 2018
Click here for the application to apply for a certificate of exemption as required by Florida’s new controlled substance law (House Bill 21).
November 1, 2018
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
November 1, 2018
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
October 1, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
October 1, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
September 24, 2018
Please click here for more information about the Office Surgery Registration Workshop that will be held on November 7, 2018.
September 24, 2018
Please click here for more information about the Office Surgery Registration Workshop that will be held on November 7, 2018.
June 8, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
June 8, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
May 7, 2018
Click Here to be in the know on how Florida's new legislation on controlled substances affects you
May 7, 2018
Click Here to be in the know on how Florida's new legislation on controlled substances affects you
April 17, 2018
In an effort to combat the national opioid epidemic in Florida, in March 2018 Governor Rick Scott signed HB 21 creating new limits on schedule II prescriptions for pain medication.
April 17, 2018
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2018 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 17, 2018
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2018 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 17, 2018
In an effort to combat the national opioid epidemic in Florida, in March 2018 Governor Rick Scott signed HB 21 creating new limits on schedule II prescriptions for pain medication.
April 15, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
April 15, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
March 14, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2016-2017 fiscal year is now available online.
March 14, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2016-2017 fiscal year is now available online.
January 29, 2018
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA Special Agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme.
January 29, 2018
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA Special Agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme.
January 16, 2018
Attention Physicians: If you plan to continue to be a Medical Director for a Florida MMTC, click here for more information.
January 16, 2018
Attention Physicians: If you plan to continue to be a Medical Director for a Florida MMTC, click here for more information.
January 10, 2018
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, April 23, 2018. Please click here for more information.
January 10, 2018
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, April 23, 2018. Please click here for more information.
November 3, 2017
Chronic Disease Prevention: A Public Health Perspective. Please click for details on how to register for this webinar.
November 3, 2017
Chronic Disease Prevention: A Public Health Perspective. Please click for details on how to register for this webinar.
October 25, 2017
The Boards of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, & Nursing have important updates for applicants from Puerto Rico who are seeking expedited licensure and work authorization in Florida.
October 25, 2017
The Boards of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, & Nursing have important updates for applicants from Puerto Rico who are seeking expedited licensure and work authorization in Florida.
October 17, 2017
Click Here: The Medical Marijuana Consent form & the Documentation form have been adopted by emergency rule and are now available. Qualified physicians are required to use these forms.
October 17, 2017
Click Here: The Medical Marijuana Consent form & the Documentation form have been adopted by emergency rule and are now available. Qualified physicians are required to use these forms.
October 16, 2017
Please Click for Details on the Urgent National Drug Shortage: Lidocaine with Epinephrine and Bupivacaine with Epinephrine
October 16, 2017
Please Click for Details on the Urgent National Drug Shortage: Lidocaine with Epinephrine and Bupivacaine with Epinephrine
September 27, 2017
Florida statute requires individuals who were fingerprinted on or after Jan. 1, 2013 to have their background results retained in Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
September 27, 2017
Florida statute requires individuals who were fingerprinted on or after Jan. 1, 2013 to have their background results retained in Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
September 13, 2017
Due to impacts from Hurricane Irma, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
September 13, 2017
Due to impacts from Hurricane Irma, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
August 2, 2017
The QPR contains revenue, expenditure and performance measure information from the Department of Health.
August 2, 2017
The QPR contains revenue, expenditure and performance measure information from the Department of Health.
July 31, 2017
E-Learning Tool: Applying Best Practices for Reporting Medical and Health Information on Birth Certificates
July 31, 2017
E-Learning Tool: Applying Best Practices for Reporting Medical and Health Information on Birth Certificates
July 18, 2017
The use of telehealth technology by Florida licensed healthcare practitioners for the purpose of providing patient care within the state of Florida is not precluded by Florida law.
July 18, 2017
The use of telehealth technology by Florida licensed healthcare practitioners for the purpose of providing patient care within the state of Florida is not precluded by Florida law.
June 28, 2017
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2017 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 28, 2017
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2017 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 21, 2017
Nonviable birth certificates can be filed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics, effective July 1, 2017.
June 21, 2017
Nonviable birth certificates can be filed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics, effective July 1, 2017.
May 5, 2017
Registrations expire on June 30, 2017, Ready to Renew? Click here for information for renewing your registration.
May 5, 2017
Registrations expire on June 30, 2017, Ready to Renew? Click here for information for renewing your registration.
January 19, 2017
Please see updated information about the DEA’s suspension of McKesson Corporation and controlled substances
January 19, 2017
Please see updated information about the DEA’s suspension of McKesson Corporation and controlled substances
January 13, 2017
Click here to read a letter from the State Surgeon General about changes to HIV testing including consent requirements.
January 13, 2017
Click here to read a letter from the State Surgeon General about changes to HIV testing including consent requirements.
October 7, 2016
Board Responds to Hurricane Matthew, Authorizes Temporary Licenses for Physicians of Affected Patients
October 7, 2016
Board Responds to Hurricane Matthew, Authorizes Temporary Licenses for Physicians of Affected Patients
October 5, 2016
Due to impacts from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
October 5, 2016
Due to impacts from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
September 9, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) announces the following meetings:
September 9, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) announces the following meetings:
July 19, 2016
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
July 19, 2016
Learn how to add your license to your Online Services Portal account or report your continuing education/continuing medical education (CE/CME) requirements.
July 19, 2016
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
July 19, 2016
Learn how to add your license to your Online Services Portal account or report your continuing education/continuing medical education (CE/CME) requirements.
July 12, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 221 passed and was signed into law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-222, Laws of Florida. The bill prohibits […]
July 12, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 221 passed and was signed into law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-222, Laws of Florida. The bill prohibits […]
July 1, 2016
Governor Scott signed HB 375 into law on Monday, March 28, 2016
July 1, 2016
Governor Scott signed HB 375 into law on Monday, March 28, 2016
June 17, 2016
As we mourn the tragic events that occurred in Orlando over the weekend, the Division of Medical Quality Assurance joins friends and colleagues in Central Florida […]
June 17, 2016
As we mourn the tragic events that occurred in Orlando over the weekend, the Division of Medical Quality Assurance joins friends and colleagues in Central Florida […]
June 9, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 1175 passed and became law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-234, Laws of Florida. Starting July 1, 2016, health […]
June 9, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 1175 passed and became law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-234, Laws of Florida. Starting July 1, 2016, health […]
March 25, 2016
Reporting requirements for physicians differ from the reporting requirements for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners. Section 459.025 (a)(4), Florida Statutes, states “the osteopathic physician shall submit notice […]
March 25, 2016
Reporting requirements for physicians differ from the reporting requirements for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners. Section 459.025 (a)(4), Florida Statutes, states “the osteopathic physician shall submit notice […]
February 26, 2016
Recognize when every-day stressors lead to burnout or depression. Learn more about self-care strategies and how to get help by clicking here.
February 26, 2016
Recognize when every-day stressors lead to burnout or depression. Learn more about self-care strategies and how to get help by clicking here.
February 25, 2016
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 25, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is excited to announce the launch of the new and improved MQA Search Services Portal.
February 25, 2016
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 25, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is excited to announce the launch of the new and improved MQA Search Services Portal.
February 12, 2016
Emergency Rule Requires Immediate Reporting of Suspected or Confirmed Cases by Physicians. To Follow the Department of Health Zika Virus Updates, Click Here.
February 12, 2016
Emergency Rule Requires Immediate Reporting of Suspected or Confirmed Cases by Physicians. To Follow the Department of Health Zika Virus Updates, Click Here.
February 5, 2016
The summit is for medical providers, educators and community advocates to discuss the prevention and treatment of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and its related diseases.
February 5, 2016
The summit is for medical providers, educators and community advocates to discuss the prevention and treatment of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and its related diseases.
November 20, 2015
Learn more about the new quick reporting feature to report all of your CME hours completed with the same approved organization at one time.
November 20, 2015
Learn more about the new quick reporting feature to report all of your CME hours completed with the same approved organization at one time.
October 14, 2015
Adults are encouraged to discuss their health screenings and immunization schedule with their health care professionals
October 14, 2015
Adults are encouraged to discuss their health screenings and immunization schedule with their health care professionals
September 29, 2015
This recall is due to the Food and Drug Administration concern over a lack of sterility assurance. Distributed nationwide to patients, providers, hospitals, and clinics
September 29, 2015
This recall is due to the Food and Drug Administration concern over a lack of sterility assurance. Distributed nationwide to patients, providers, hospitals, and clinics
June 10, 2015
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces its annual Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations' meeting.
June 10, 2015
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces its annual Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations' meeting.
May 28, 2015
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
May 28, 2015
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
April 3, 2015
The Florida Department of Health remains vigilant in its efforts to ensure the safety of the public. Currently, the Department is contacting all Florida recipients...
April 3, 2015
The Florida Department of Health remains vigilant in its efforts to ensure the safety of the public. Currently, the Department is contacting all Florida recipients...
February 26, 2015
Measles is a highly contagious disease, transmitted by respiratory aerosols when an infected person coughs or sneezes...
February 26, 2015
Measles is a highly contagious disease, transmitted by respiratory aerosols when an infected person coughs or sneezes...
February 17, 2015
During the Board of Osteopathic Medicine meeting in Kissimmee on February 13, 2015, Dr. Joel Rose, Board Chair, presented the Chairman’s Recognition Award. This award is […]
February 17, 2015
During the Board of Osteopathic Medicine meeting in Kissimmee on February 13, 2015, Dr. Joel Rose, Board Chair, presented the Chairman’s Recognition Award. This award is […]
January 14, 2015
The Department encourages you to log in to the tracking system before applying for renewal to ensure your information is complete and accurate.
January 14, 2015
The Department encourages you to log in to the tracking system before applying for renewal to ensure your information is complete and accurate.
January 9, 2015
Dear Healthcare Partners: Florida Department of Health is requesting that health care professionals report any administration of Wallcur IV training solutions to patients since January 1, […]
January 9, 2015
Dear Healthcare Partners: Florida Department of Health is requesting that health care professionals report any administration of Wallcur IV training solutions to patients since January 1, […]
December 29, 2014
Healthy Promise is a campaign sponsored by the Florida Department of Health to encourage people in Florida to make more informed choices about healthy eating and active living this year.
December 29, 2014
Healthy Promise is a campaign sponsored by the Florida Department of Health to encourage people in Florida to make more informed choices about healthy eating and active living this year.
November 21, 2014
During the Board of Osteopathic Medicine meeting in Tampa on November 14, 2014, Dr. Joel Rose, Board Chair, presented the Chairman’s Recognition Award. This award is […]
November 21, 2014
During the Board of Osteopathic Medicine meeting in Tampa on November 14, 2014, Dr. Joel Rose, Board Chair, presented the Chairman’s Recognition Award. This award is […]
November 10, 2014
The Florida Department of Health honors and supports veterans, members of the military and their families on Veterans Day.
November 10, 2014
The Florida Department of Health honors and supports veterans, members of the military and their families on Veterans Day.
September 26, 2014
On Friday, August 22nd, the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published a Final Rule moving hydrocodone combination products (HCPs) from Schedule III to the more-restrictive […]
September 26, 2014
On Friday, August 22nd, the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published a Final Rule moving hydrocodone combination products (HCPs) from Schedule III to the more-restrictive […]
July 15, 2014
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces the first combined Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations annual meeting
July 15, 2014
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces the first combined Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations annual meeting
June 13, 2014
This meeting includes a review of how the Health Care Boards and Councils
will each play an integral role in Florida’s Healthiest Weight Initiative
June 13, 2014
This meeting includes a review of how the Health Care Boards and Councils
will each play an integral role in Florida’s Healthiest Weight Initiative
May 6, 2014
On March 12, 2014, Board of Osteopathic Medicine’s Rule 64B15-14.0081 went into effect wherein the Board set forth standards for telemedicine practice for Florida licensed physicians. […]
May 6, 2014
On March 12, 2014, Board of Osteopathic Medicine’s Rule 64B15-14.0081 went into effect wherein the Board set forth standards for telemedicine practice for Florida licensed physicians. […]
April 4, 2014
The Department of Health has partnered with certain CE/CME providers using this seal to eliminate the need for licensees to self-report course completion.
April 4, 2014
The Department of Health has partnered with certain CE/CME providers using this seal to eliminate the need for licensees to self-report course completion.
December 20, 2013
The Florida Department of Health reminds pregnant women, and those looking to become pregnant, that the 2013-2014 flu season is underway and to make sure they […]
December 20, 2013
The Florida Department of Health reminds pregnant women, and those looking to become pregnant, that the 2013-2014 flu season is underway and to make sure they […]
December 9, 2013
Effective January 3, 2013 any physician who performs liposuction procedures in which more than 1,000 cubic centimeters of supernatant fat is removed...
December 9, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
December 9, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
December 9, 2013
Effective January 3, 2013 any physician who performs liposuction procedures in which more than 1,000 cubic centimeters of supernatant fat is removed...
December 6, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is aware that documents purportedly originating from DOH requesting information of a sensitive nature have been received by members of the public. […]
December 6, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is aware that documents purportedly originating from DOH requesting information of a sensitive nature have been received by members of the public. […]
May 31, 2013
The Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine plays a leading role in the State’s ever-changing health care environment. This is accomplished through...
May 31, 2013
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, will now review your continuing education records in the electronic tracking system...
May 31, 2013
The Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine plays a leading role in the State’s ever-changing health care environment. This is accomplished through...
May 31, 2013
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, will now review your continuing education records in the electronic tracking system...