Texas Jurisprudence Exam (Healthcare)
What is the minimum passing score for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct
answer-75%.
How many questions are on the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-50
questions.
What is the cost per attempt for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-$34
per attempt.
What is the time limit for completing the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct
answer-60 minutes.
What significant change occurred regarding the exam format as of September 2019? -correct
answer-The exam can now be taken at home unproctored.
What is the composition of the Texas Medical Board (TMB)? -correct answer-The TMB is
composed of 19 members: 12 physicians (9 MDs and 3 DOs) and 7 laypersons.
Who appoints the members of the Texas Medical Board? -correct answer-Members are
appointed by the governor.
What is the term length for members of the Texas Medical Board? -correct answer-6-year
terms.
What are the timeframes for reporting child abuse/neglect to the Texas Medical Board? -
correct answer-48 hours.
What is the timeframe for issuing a birth certificate in Texas? -correct answer-5 days.
How long does it take to issue a death certificate in Texas? -correct answer-10 days.
What is the timeframe for reporting most communicable diseases in Texas? -correct answer-
7 days (1 day for TB and pertussis).
How long do you have to supply medical records in Texas? -correct answer-15 days.
What is the purpose of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-It serves as
an aid to studying for a multiple-choice examination related to medical law and ethics.
What does the Texas Medical Practice Act (MPA) pertain to? -correct answer-It governs the
practice of medicine in Texas.
What is a key aspect of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam's question style? -correct
answer-Many questions are straightforward and may include 'all of the above' as a viable
answer choice.
What is the significance of the phrase 'common sense' in relation to the exam? -correct
answer-The exam includes a lot of common sense questions alongside legal nuances.
,What is the recommended study approach for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -
correct answer-A single pass through the material should take around an hour.
What is the focus of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam review guide? -correct answer-To
provide a quick overview of the highest yield material without being overly terse.
What should candidates memorize regarding time periods for reporting to the Texas Medical
Board? -correct answer-Most time periods are 30 days, but specific exceptions should be
memorized.
What does the Texas Medical Board handle? -correct answer-The granting of licenses and
disciplinary actions related to those licenses.
What is the author's disclaimer regarding the review book? -correct answer-It is not
intended to constitute medical, legal, or professional advice.
What is the main goal of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-To assess
knowledge of medical law and ethics relevant to practicing medicine in Texas.
What is the Texas Medical Practice Act (MPA)? -correct answer-The MPA is the specific
physician portion of the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, outlining the laws that Texas-
licensed physicians must adhere to when practicing medicine in Texas.
Who does the Texas Medical Practice Act apply to? -correct answer-The MPA applies only to
Texas-licensed physicians practicing in Texas or out-of-state providers offering telemedicine
services to patients in Texas.
Which healthcare providers are not included in the Texas Medical Practice Act? -correct
answer-Nurses, medical students, and other doctorate-holders such as dentists, podiatrists,
and optometrists are not included in the MPA.
What law covers non-compensated emergency care in Texas? -correct answer-Non-
compensated emergency care is covered by the Good Samaritan law.
What are the licensure criteria for obtaining a Texas medical license? -correct answer-1.
Complete 60 college credit hours. 2. Have an MD or DO or equivalent degree. 3. Pass the
USMLE Steps 1-3 (within the past 7 years) and the Texas JP exam. 4. Complete an internship
(PGY1) year.
Can someone who quits their residency after internship still practice medicine in Texas? -
correct answer-Yes, they can practice as a fully licensed physician in Texas, but they will not
be board-certified in a specialty.
What is the renewal period for a Texas medical license? -correct answer-A Texas medical
license must be renewed every two years after the initial licensing period.
, What happens if a Texas medical license expires? -correct answer-If expired: No fine if < 30
days, $75 if < 90 days, $150 if < 365 days; canceled entirely after 1 year, requiring
reapplication.
What is the consequence of practicing medicine with an expired license in Texas? -correct
answer-Practicing with an expired license after 30 days is considered practicing medicine
without a license, which is a third degree felony.
How many hours of continuing medical education (CME) are required every 24 months in
Texas? -correct answer-48 hours of CME are required, averaging out to 24 hours a year.
What are the requirements for the CME hours in Texas? -correct answer-CME must include
1/2 formal and 1/2 informal activities, with 2 hours specifically focused on formal medical
ethics/professional responsibility.
How long does a physician have to inform the Texas Medical Board of name and practice
address changes? -correct answer-Physicians must inform the board within 30 days of any
name and practice address changes.
Is malpractice insurance required to practice medicine in Texas? -correct answer-No, Texas
does not require malpractice insurance to practice medicine.
What must a physician do if they receive a lawsuit and do not have malpractice insurance? -
correct answer-They must inform the Texas Medical Board within 30 days.
What determines physician competency for credentialing by a hospital? -correct answer-
Physician competency is determined by the ability to take care of patients, not by medical
society membership or quality as a teacher/administrator.
Can a hospital discriminate against DOs compared to MDs? -correct answer-No, hospitals
cannot discriminate against DOs just because they are not MDs.
What must a hospital do if it takes disciplinary action against a physician affecting privileges
for longer than 30 days? -correct answer-The Texas Medical Board must be notified.
What is required to practice telemedicine for patients in Texas? -correct answer-A full Texas
medical license is needed to practice telemedicine for patients in Texas.
What can contiguous states do regarding home health and hospice services for patients in
Texas? -correct answer-Contiguous states (OK, AR, LA, NM) can order home health and
hospice services for patients in Texas without a special telemedicine license.
Do physicians need a license to provide expert opinions to other physicians? -correct
answer-No, a license or special permit is not required to provide expert opinions or
educational services within or across state lines.
What is the minimum passing score for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct
answer-75%.
How many questions are on the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-50
questions.
What is the cost per attempt for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-$34
per attempt.
What is the time limit for completing the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct
answer-60 minutes.
What significant change occurred regarding the exam format as of September 2019? -correct
answer-The exam can now be taken at home unproctored.
What is the composition of the Texas Medical Board (TMB)? -correct answer-The TMB is
composed of 19 members: 12 physicians (9 MDs and 3 DOs) and 7 laypersons.
Who appoints the members of the Texas Medical Board? -correct answer-Members are
appointed by the governor.
What is the term length for members of the Texas Medical Board? -correct answer-6-year
terms.
What are the timeframes for reporting child abuse/neglect to the Texas Medical Board? -
correct answer-48 hours.
What is the timeframe for issuing a birth certificate in Texas? -correct answer-5 days.
How long does it take to issue a death certificate in Texas? -correct answer-10 days.
What is the timeframe for reporting most communicable diseases in Texas? -correct answer-
7 days (1 day for TB and pertussis).
How long do you have to supply medical records in Texas? -correct answer-15 days.
What is the purpose of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-It serves as
an aid to studying for a multiple-choice examination related to medical law and ethics.
What does the Texas Medical Practice Act (MPA) pertain to? -correct answer-It governs the
practice of medicine in Texas.
What is a key aspect of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam's question style? -correct
answer-Many questions are straightforward and may include 'all of the above' as a viable
answer choice.
What is the significance of the phrase 'common sense' in relation to the exam? -correct
answer-The exam includes a lot of common sense questions alongside legal nuances.
,What is the recommended study approach for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -
correct answer-A single pass through the material should take around an hour.
What is the focus of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam review guide? -correct answer-To
provide a quick overview of the highest yield material without being overly terse.
What should candidates memorize regarding time periods for reporting to the Texas Medical
Board? -correct answer-Most time periods are 30 days, but specific exceptions should be
memorized.
What does the Texas Medical Board handle? -correct answer-The granting of licenses and
disciplinary actions related to those licenses.
What is the author's disclaimer regarding the review book? -correct answer-It is not
intended to constitute medical, legal, or professional advice.
What is the main goal of the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Exam? -correct answer-To assess
knowledge of medical law and ethics relevant to practicing medicine in Texas.
What is the Texas Medical Practice Act (MPA)? -correct answer-The MPA is the specific
physician portion of the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, outlining the laws that Texas-
licensed physicians must adhere to when practicing medicine in Texas.
Who does the Texas Medical Practice Act apply to? -correct answer-The MPA applies only to
Texas-licensed physicians practicing in Texas or out-of-state providers offering telemedicine
services to patients in Texas.
Which healthcare providers are not included in the Texas Medical Practice Act? -correct
answer-Nurses, medical students, and other doctorate-holders such as dentists, podiatrists,
and optometrists are not included in the MPA.
What law covers non-compensated emergency care in Texas? -correct answer-Non-
compensated emergency care is covered by the Good Samaritan law.
What are the licensure criteria for obtaining a Texas medical license? -correct answer-1.
Complete 60 college credit hours. 2. Have an MD or DO or equivalent degree. 3. Pass the
USMLE Steps 1-3 (within the past 7 years) and the Texas JP exam. 4. Complete an internship
(PGY1) year.
Can someone who quits their residency after internship still practice medicine in Texas? -
correct answer-Yes, they can practice as a fully licensed physician in Texas, but they will not
be board-certified in a specialty.
What is the renewal period for a Texas medical license? -correct answer-A Texas medical
license must be renewed every two years after the initial licensing period.
, What happens if a Texas medical license expires? -correct answer-If expired: No fine if < 30
days, $75 if < 90 days, $150 if < 365 days; canceled entirely after 1 year, requiring
reapplication.
What is the consequence of practicing medicine with an expired license in Texas? -correct
answer-Practicing with an expired license after 30 days is considered practicing medicine
without a license, which is a third degree felony.
How many hours of continuing medical education (CME) are required every 24 months in
Texas? -correct answer-48 hours of CME are required, averaging out to 24 hours a year.
What are the requirements for the CME hours in Texas? -correct answer-CME must include
1/2 formal and 1/2 informal activities, with 2 hours specifically focused on formal medical
ethics/professional responsibility.
How long does a physician have to inform the Texas Medical Board of name and practice
address changes? -correct answer-Physicians must inform the board within 30 days of any
name and practice address changes.
Is malpractice insurance required to practice medicine in Texas? -correct answer-No, Texas
does not require malpractice insurance to practice medicine.
What must a physician do if they receive a lawsuit and do not have malpractice insurance? -
correct answer-They must inform the Texas Medical Board within 30 days.
What determines physician competency for credentialing by a hospital? -correct answer-
Physician competency is determined by the ability to take care of patients, not by medical
society membership or quality as a teacher/administrator.
Can a hospital discriminate against DOs compared to MDs? -correct answer-No, hospitals
cannot discriminate against DOs just because they are not MDs.
What must a hospital do if it takes disciplinary action against a physician affecting privileges
for longer than 30 days? -correct answer-The Texas Medical Board must be notified.
What is required to practice telemedicine for patients in Texas? -correct answer-A full Texas
medical license is needed to practice telemedicine for patients in Texas.
What can contiguous states do regarding home health and hospice services for patients in
Texas? -correct answer-Contiguous states (OK, AR, LA, NM) can order home health and
hospice services for patients in Texas without a special telemedicine license.
Do physicians need a license to provide expert opinions to other physicians? -correct
answer-No, a license or special permit is not required to provide expert opinions or
educational services within or across state lines.
