How North Carolina Treats Out-of-State Discipline for Doctors and Nurses
Healthcare professionals are among the most mobile licensed workers in the country. With the rise of telemedicine, travel nursing, and multi-state licensure compacts, many physicians and nurses today hold active licenses in several states. But that flexibility comes with risk: disciplinary action in one state can quickly lead to repercussions in another.
North Carolina Medical Board Disciplinary Options: What Physicians Should Know
When a complaint is filed with the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB), one of the first questions physicians ask is: “What can the Board actually do to me?”
The answer isn’t always straightforward. The NCMB has a range of options—some private, some public, some disciplinary, and some technically “non-disciplinary” but still visible to the world. Understanding these outcomes can help you take control of the process early and protect your license, reputation, and career.
What Doctors Should Know About Telemedicine in North Carolina
Telemedicine lets physicians diagnose, treat, and prescribe from virtually anywhere. But while the patient may not be physically in your exam room, North Carolina law still cares deeply about where the patient is located during that encounter.
Why Medical Professionals in North Carolina Should Avoid Treating Themselves or Family Members
Writing prescriptions for yourself or a family member may seem convenient, but in North Carolina it can quickly lead to a licensing investigation. The North Carolina Medical Board has made its expectations clear in Position Statement 2.2.3: Self-Treatment and Treatment of Family Members.