The Authors’ Own Words: We ask authors to describe their impressions regarding the implications of their accepted work, how their findings will change practice, and what is noteworthy about the work.
Self-Regulating Profession? Administrative Discipline of “Pill Mill” Physicians in Florida
Corey S. Davis, JD, MSPH & Derek H. Carr, JD
Substance Abuse Vol. 38, Iss. 3, 2017
“While physicians are required to follow a variety of laws and regulations, they are typically licensed by medical boards that are tasked with ensuring that all licensed physicians meet minimal standards for safe practice. This research suggests that, at least in Florida, the medical board (which by law is composed primarily of practicing physicians who are themselves licensed by the board) often permitted physicians indicted or convicted of crimes directly impacting the safe practice of medicine to continue to practice for an extended period of time. We suggest that more proactive investigation and enforcement may reduce opioid-related risks in the state.”
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