Case Summary:
This is a 2010 disciplinary case involving a physician who faced reciprocal action based on discipline imposed by Connecticut. The physician, practicing in Connecticut, was disciplined by the Connecticut State Medical Examining Board for delegating professional responsibilities to an unlicensed individual.
The New York State Department of Health took reciprocal action, imposing censure and reprimand along with a $2,500 fine. The physician did not contest the charge and accepted the disciplinary action. The doctor completed all terms of the order by January 28, 2011, just three months after the effective date.
Case Analysis
Effective Date: October 28, 2010
Type of Doctor: MD (Medical Doctor)
Disposition Type: Negotiated Consent Agreement
How many total charges? 1 charge
What specifications of charges were alleged?
- Having been disciplined by the Connecticut State Medical Examining Board for delegating professional responsibilities to an unlicensed individual
How many patients were involved in each charge? Not specified in the record (the underlying Connecticut case details are not provided)
Which charges was the licensee guilty of (either via hearing or negotiated consent)? Dr. Williams did not contest the charge of:
- Having been disciplined by the Connecticut State Medical Examining Board for delegating professional responsibilities to an unlicensed individual
Which charges was the licensee not guilty of? None – the single charge was not contested
Outcome/Penalties (specific to this case):
- Censure and reprimand
- $2,500 fine
- The physician complied with all terms of the order on January 28, 2011