Many members called the County Medical Society with concerns about a licensee orientation letter that was recently sent out by the Board of Medical Examiners. Physicians licensed in the state, some for many years, received the letter indicating that they were required to complete an orientation program within two years of licensure and could face disciplinary action, should they not complete the Board's orientation course that is now available online. MSNJ sent a letter to the BME voicing concern about the notice, as it applies to physicians licensed prior to implementation of the law in July 2002. Both the County and State Medical Societies believe that the requirement was not meant to be retroactive and that long-time licensees should not be penalized for failure to complete the course
The BME agreed and clarified that the letter was inadvertently sent to all licensees, when it should have only been sent to those licensed after July 1, 2002. Physicians who were licensed prior to July 1, 2002 received the notice in error and do not have to complete the orientation program.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Friday, November 9, 2012
FEMA Disaster Aid
FEMA Extends Aid to All 21 Counties
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended disaster assistance to all 21 New Jersey counties, the Governor’s Office announced today.
Residents can apply for help with temporary housing, repairs or other needs, according to the announcement.
Residents of the counties that had yet to been declared eligible for individual assistance by the federal government are now being encouraged to begin the process of registering with FEMA for relief. Survivors of Hurricane Sandy who suffered damage should apply for disaster assistance with FEMA - even if they have insurance or aren't sure if they are eligible.
Residents can register, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, by phone at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 800-462-7585 for those with hearing or speech impairments, according to the Governor’s Office.
Residents can register online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by going to http://m.fema.gov/.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended disaster assistance to all 21 New Jersey counties, the Governor’s Office announced today.
Residents can apply for help with temporary housing, repairs or other needs, according to the announcement.
Residents of the counties that had yet to been declared eligible for individual assistance by the federal government are now being encouraged to begin the process of registering with FEMA for relief. Survivors of Hurricane Sandy who suffered damage should apply for disaster assistance with FEMA - even if they have insurance or aren't sure if they are eligible.
Residents can register, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, by phone at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 800-462-7585 for those with hearing or speech impairments, according to the Governor’s Office.
Residents can register online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by going to http://m.fema.gov/.
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