Chapter 147 — Scope and Purpose

147.0001 This is a placeholder section that references section 15.001 regarding terminology changes. It does not contain … 147.001 Scope and Purpose This section establishes the Minnesota Medical Practice Act. It says the main job of the Board of Medical Practice is to … 147.01 Board of Medical Practice This section creates the Board of Medical Practice, which has 16 members appointed by the governor. Eleven members must … 147.011 Definition This section defines who counts as a 'regulated person' under this chapter. A regulated person is anyone who is … 147.012 Oversight of Allied Health Professions The Board of Medical Practice also oversees several other health professions besides doctors. These include physician … 147.02 Examination; Licensing This section explains how doctors who graduated from U.S. or Canadian medical schools get licensed in Minnesota. … 147.021 This is a cross-reference section that points to section 147.091 regarding grounds for disciplinary action. It does not … 147.025 Evidence of Past Sexual Conduct When a doctor faces discipline for sexual contact with a patient or former patient, the board or judge cannot consider … 147.03 Licensure by Endorsement; Reciprocity; Temporary Permit Doctors already licensed in another state or Canada can get a Minnesota license through endorsement or reciprocity … 147.031 This section has been repealed by a 2016 law. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.032 Interstate Practice of Telehealth Doctors licensed in another state can provide telehealth services to patients in Minnesota without a full Minnesota … 147.033 Practice of Telehealth A doctor-patient relationship can be established through telehealth, meaning a doctor does not have to see a patient in … 147.035 Malpractice History A doctor who has practiced in another state and wants to practice in Minnesota must disclose their malpractice history … 147.037 Licensing of Foreign Medical School Graduates This section explains how graduates of foreign medical schools can get licensed in Minnesota. They must pass required … 147.0375 Licensure of Eminent Physicians This section creates a special license for highly distinguished foreign-trained physicians who are appointed as faculty … 147.038 Cancellation of License in Good Standing A licensed doctor who wants to stop practicing can ask the board to cancel their license in good standing, as long as … 147.0381 Cancellation of Credentials Under Disciplinary Order A person regulated by the board whose license is under suspension or other disciplinary restriction can ask the board to … 147.039 Cancellation of License for Nonrenewal If a doctor's license has lapsed and they have not renewed it within two annual renewal cycles, the board will cancel … 147.0391 Residency Permit Anyone participating in a medical residency program in Minnesota must have a residency permit unless they already hold a … 147.04 Retaliatory Provisions If another state places extra burdens or restrictions on Minnesota-licensed doctors trying to practice there, Minnesota … 147.05 This section is a cross-reference that points to section 147.01, subdivision 5, regarding board expenses and staff. It … 147.06 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.07 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.072 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.073 This is a cross-reference section that points to section 147.161 regarding reporting requirements. It does not contain … 147.074 This is a cross-reference section that points to section 147.162 regarding cooperation with investigations. It does not … 147.075 This section was repealed by Laws 1981 and 1983. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.08 This section was repealed by Laws 1974, chapter 61, section 2. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.081 Practicing Without License; Penalty It is illegal to practice medicine in Minnesota without a valid license or telehealth registration. Practicing medicine … 147.082 Title Protection People who are not licensed as physicians in Minnesota cannot use titles like 'doctor of medicine,' 'physician,' … 147.09 Exemptions Certain people are exempt from the requirement to have a Minnesota medical license. These include federal military … 147.091 Grounds for Disciplinary Action This section lists all the reasons the Board of Medical Practice can discipline a doctor or refuse to grant a license. … 147.0911 Diversionary Program A licensed physician who has trouble practicing safely because of illness, substance use, or a mental or physical … 147.092 Probable Cause Hearing; Sexual Misconduct When a doctor is charged with sexual misconduct with a patient, a special probable cause hearing is held before an … 147.10 This is a cross-reference section that points to section 147.081 regarding practicing medicine without a license. It … 147.101 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.11 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.111 Reporting Obligations This section requires hospitals, clinics, medical societies, insurance companies, courts, and other health professionals … 147.12 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.121 Immunity People and organizations that report physician misconduct to the Board of Medical Practice are protected from being sued … 147.13 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.131 Physician Cooperation A physician under investigation by the Board of Medical Practice must fully cooperate. This means answering all … 147.141 Forms of Disciplinary Action When the board finds that a physician has violated the Medical Practice Act, it can take several actions. These include … 147.151 Disciplinary Record on Judicial Review If a physician appeals a board disciplinary action to court, the court must seal the administrative record and keep it … 147.155 Reports to Commissioner of Health When the Board of Medical Practice becomes aware of an adverse health care event, it must keep a record and report it to … 147.16 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.161 Physician Accountability The board keeps files on all complaints and reports against physicians. When malpractice settlements or awards are … 147.162 Medical Care Facilities; Exclusion Every physician must tell the board which hospitals and medical care facilities they have privileges at, and update this … 147.17 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.171 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.18 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.19 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.20 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.21 Registration Fees for Osteopathic Physicians Osteopathic physicians who were licensed by the former state Board of Osteopathy before May 1, 1963, and who have not … 147.22 Transfer Records, Assets, and Powers All records, assets, and powers of the former state Board of Osteopathy were transferred to the Board of Medical … 147.23 This section was repealed by Laws 1985, chapter 247, section 26. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.231 Released Persons; Prescriptions A physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist is not liable for what a former … 147.24 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.25 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.26 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.27 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.28 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.29 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.30 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.31 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.32 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.33 This section was repealed by Laws 1990, chapter 576, section 6. It no longer contains active legal provisions. 147.34 This section was repealed by Laws 1995, chapter 205, article 1, section 25. It no longer contains active legal … 147.35 This section was repealed by Laws 1995, chapter 205, article 1, section 25. It no longer contains active legal … 147.36 This section was repealed by Laws 1995, chapter 205, article 1, section 25. It no longer contains active legal … 147.37 Information Provision; Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs The Board of Medical Practice must encourage licensed physicians to share information with patients about free and … 147.38 Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Minnesota has joined the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which lets qualified doctors get licensed in multiple … 147.381 Application of Interstate Medical Licensure Compact to Existing Laws This section explains how the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact works with existing Minnesota law. Complaints against … 15.001 Application of Laws 2005, Chapter 56, Terminology Changes State agencies must start using updated terminology from a 2005 law when they replace old printed materials and signs. …