jlpinson Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hey everyone... hoping someone can help calm my fears here! Here is the situation: I was just randomly audited by Florida DOH. I was asked to submit my CME transcript. I thought all was well, but I did not realize that I did not complete a prevention of medical errors class for the time period :sadface:. I have no one to blame but myself obviously, because it truly was a total oversight on my part. It was the only thing I did not complete. I wrote a letter to explain that I had done this and I sent them a completion certificate of one I did immediately to show that I was making effort to remedy the situation. Apparently this is not good enough (didnt really think it would be).... I am now being turned over to the customer service unit for further action. My question to you guys: does anyone know what can happen to me from here? Can my license be taken away???? :sadface: Im very worried!!! If anyone knows the answer, please let me know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marilynpac Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 Join the club! I was audited by the NCCPA about 1 month ago. I was lucky I had attended CME Resources review and that alone was 40 credits, I did another cme for 12 credits. Since they only wanted me to prove 50 cat 1s I only had to email 2 drafts. Most likely your going to be able to save yourself but I understand this is a stressful time. Don't panic, be very sincere when dealing with customer service. Hopefully you will get a grace period with proper explanation from you why/how it happened. This should serve as a wake up call to all PA-Cs....just when you think the odds are against you being audited... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roman6163 Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 EXACT thing happened to me last year from the Florida DOH for the EXACT same problem. I was late on my Medical Errors class. The fine, I believe, is $150 per CME credit hour. Medical errors is a 2 hour class I believe so my fine was $300 or so. But I wrote a letter explaining what happened, kept in touch with the people in Tallahassee, and got the fine waived. I have more info on it. PM me and I will give you my phone # to tell you what to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpinson Posted September 17, 2010 Author Share Posted September 17, 2010 Thanks Roman6163.... I just messaged you. I appreciate the help in advance!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d2305 Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 I got audited too and had my requirements. Here is an easy place to get the requirement. NetCE Continuing Education Online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpinson Posted December 4, 2010 Author Share Posted December 4, 2010 Hey all.... Im still looking for advice on this matter! I just got my letter today from the customer service unit and they are fining me $622 ($250 per credit x2 and a $122 processing fee). I am looking for any other help and if Roman6163 is still out there, please PM me! I sent you a PM with my info. Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneticAnomaly Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Is it required to take a prevention of medical errors class? just wondering why roman 6163 and jlpinson had to take it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator ventana Posted December 5, 2010 Moderator Share Posted December 5, 2010 pay the fee and move on..... if you really were late and there is no long term marks on your license just pay it and move on..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpinson Posted December 5, 2010 Author Share Posted December 5, 2010 GeneticAnomaly - Yes, it is a requirement at least in the state of Florida. It has to be done every 2 years. For some reason I thought it was every 2 re-cert cycles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpinson Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 Amen Code Brown! I know I did wrong, but it isnt a serious wrong and everyone makes mistakes! I could see a $100 or $200 fine, but $622????? MY GOD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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