How do I know if my doctor has been disciplined?
Sarah Oconnor
Updated on March 03, 2026
Check your doctor’s discipline history: Once you’ve found your doctor, look under “Public Record Actions” to see if any disciplinary action has been taken by the board. From there, you may have to contact the board’s Central File Room at 916-263-2525 to request documents related to license actions.
How do I file a complaint with the NYS Health Department?
Phone
- 1-800-663-6114 – Complaints/Inquiries (Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m.)
- 1-518-402-0836 – Main Number.
What agency is responsible for professional conduct disciplinary action in NY State?
Office of the Professions
To ensure public protection in New York State, the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions (OP) investigates and prosecutes professional misconduct in all professions except medicine (see more information about this exception).
How do I file a complaint with DOH?
The DOH COVID-19 hotline, which has been established last 17 March 2020, has also been an avenue for receiving grievances or complaints. The toll free numbers accessible to the public are 1555 or (02) 894COVID (26843). The Complaints Handling Unit (CHU) of the DOH- AFMT is the central receiving body of complaints.
How do you find out if a doctor has been sued?
Arguably, the best way to check if a healthcare provider has been sued for malpractice or has been subject to any disciplinary action is to contact your state medical board. A list of state boards’ contact information is offered by the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB).
How do I contact the NYS Health Department?
To contact New York State Department Of Health (New York DOH) you can call 1-866-881-2809 and for emergency matters call 911.
How do I contact the New York State Health Department?
You can reach NY State of Health by calling us toll free at 1-855-355-5777 (TTY: 1-800-662-1220). If you have questions about health plans, financial assistance, or anything else about NY State of Health please contact our Customer Service Representatives at 1-855-355-5777.
What does professional misconduct consist of?
According to the dictionary it is “a violation of the rules or boundaries set by the governing body of a profession.” Things that would be considered to be professional misconduct are: Failure to meet the Standards of practice. Working while impaired. Abusive conduct.
What is the Office of Professional Discipline?
The Office of Professional Discipline (OPD) is the division of the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions charged with investigating, prosecuting and adjudicating professional misconduct cases.
How do I report a hospital to doh?
To file a complaint about improper care or unsafe conditions in a hospital, home health agency, hospice, or nursing home, contact your State Survey Agency. The State Survey Agency is usually part of your State’s department of health services.
