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Understanding the Office of Professional Medical Conduct

The Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) investigates matters involving physicians, and physician and specialist assistants. They monitor all practitioners subject to Orders of the State Board for Professional Medical Conduct. They keep detailed records of any member of the medical community, including professional medical corporations, that’s been disciplined by the OPMC. This includes anyone subject to charges of misconduct or a non-disciplinary board order.

New York OPMC lawyers specialize in representing members of the medical community in any proceedings and charges. They understand how vital a commodity reputation is to a doctor or nurse. An OPMC lawyer’s job is to stand before the State Board and resolve issues quickly, with the ultimate goal being to reestablish and keep reputation intact.

Your Reputation is Invaluable

You graduate from medical school, potentially putting yourself in debt to the tune of tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars. You struggle through residency, learning and displaying the traits required to establish yourself in the medical community. Once you have amassed the achievements that only a rare few accomplish, you can begin practicing, gradually building your reputation as a trusted member of your community.

Whether a physician with a private practice, a noted nurse at a small hospital or an anesthesiologist, when your reputation is in jeopardy because of accusations being investigated by the OPMC, it is imperative you seek out representation. That’s a lawyer experienced in dealing with OPMC matters.

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Legal Scenario: What Would You Do?

Scenario

You are a physician in New York who just received a letter from the OPMC stating they are opening an investigation into your prescribing practices after a patient complaint. The letter requests that you appear for an interview and produce all patient records related to your pain management cases from the past three years.

Should I cooperate with the OPMC investigation on my own, or do I need a lawyer before responding to their request?

Attorney's Answer

You should retain an experienced OPMC defense attorney before responding to any inquiry or producing any records. Under New York Public Health Law §230, the OPMC has broad investigative authority and anything you say or provide during their investigation can be used against you in formal disciplinary proceedings before the State Board for Professional Medical Conduct. An attorney can help you understand the scope of the investigation, prepare you for the interview, and ensure you do not inadvertently waive any rights or provide information beyond what is legally required. Early legal intervention is critical because OPMC investigations can result in serious consequences including license suspension, revocation, or practice restrictions that would end your medical career in New York.

This is general information only. Contact us for advice specific to your situation.

Repercussions of OPMC Rulings

The OPMC has been authorized by governing bodies to investigate professional misconduct in the medical community. They have the power to find doctors, nurses and other medical personnel guilty of charges, either through a formal hearing or by consent agreement. If a guilty charge is implemented, the accused will be subject to a variety of penalties that can include:

• Revocation of license
• A partial or full suspension of license with or without conditions
• Annulment of license
• Each charge of misconduct can receive a maximum fine of $10,000
• Public reprimand
• Requirement of additional training and education