On Friday, TDMR received an email notification from the Office of the Governor that its Regulatory Compliance Division is now reviewing and accepting public comments on the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners rule change to establish the standards of practice for teledentistry. The agency is accepting comments through December 13.
The notice states:
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, Title 22 Texas Administrative Code §108.16.
Public comments will be accepted through December 13, 2021. View Rule Submission Memorandum for Rule 108.16.
The division welcomes public comments on the proposed rules currently under review. In order for comments to be considered by the division, they must be submitted to the division in writing not later than the deadline provided by the division on this website. In order for comments to be considered, the identity of the commenter must be clearly indicated. The division may not consider anonymous comments.
Please be aware that all information you submit to the division is subject to public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act.
Email Address
RegulatoryCompliance@gov.texas.gov
Mailing Address
Office of the Governor
Attn: Regulatory Compliance Division
P.O. Box 12428
Austin, Texas 78711-2428
Delivery Address
Office of the Governor
Attn: Regulatory Compliance Division
State Insurance Building
1100 San Jacinto
Austin, Texas 78701
The memorandum for comments is below for your convenience.
This proposed rule does seem to expand access to care. It is relevant and timely in our current Covid environment.