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June 10, 2025
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June 6, 2025
We have seen a recent surge in fraudulent emails and phone calls targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating the Department of Health or Division of […]
April 22, 2025
Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $250,000 for service in Florida’s underserved communities.
April 4, 2025
Complete your background screening early to avoid delays in licensure.
Click here to find out more!
February 26, 2025
Announcing MQA’s FY 2024-25
Performance Report for Quarter Two
February 3, 2025
Announcing MQA’s FY 2024-2025
Performance Report for Quarter One
November 19, 2024
See how MQA streamlines licensure for those who have sacrificed the most and explore veteran stories, military licensure trends, and more!
November 1, 2024
Check out the report on the MQA Reports and Publications page to see how MQA is advancing its mission to make Florida the healthiest state in the nation.
October 16, 2024
On October 5, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Milton.
September 9, 2024
Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.
August 23, 2024
House Bill 855 became effective July 1, 2024. This bill requires that any partnership, corporation, or other business entity that advertises dental services designate with the […]
May 15, 2024
E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite
licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!
May 1, 2024
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2024 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
December 14, 2023
MQA Online Services will be unavailable from Friday, December 15, at 6:00 PM to December 17, at 12:00 PM EST.
November 1, 2023
An annual publication showcasing trends and information about Florida’s health care regulatory landscape.
August 27, 2023
On August 26, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency to prepare for Hurricane Idalia.
August 1, 2023
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent emails that have been received by multiple licensees.
June 28, 2023
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2023 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 22, 2023
e-Licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite licensure and verification processes. Watch the webinar, download the toolkit, or learn more by clicking here!
December 21, 2022
The Division of Medical Quality Assurance has announced the 2023 Annual Long-Range Planning meeting. Click here for more information.
November 7, 2022
On Monday, November 7, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Subtropical Storm Nicole.
October 31, 2022
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-22 has been published. Click here for more information.
October 12, 2022
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is proud to highlight the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program.
September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 23, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Hurricane Ian.
September 2, 2022
July 5, 2022
Please be aware of website server maintenance for MQA Websites beginning Friday, July 8th at 5:00PM EST. Click here for more information.
June 14, 2022
April 28, 2022
SB 926, Licensure Examinations for Dental Practitioners became effective April 6, 2022. Click here for more information.
April 14, 2022
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in some areas of Florida.
April 12, 2022
December 8, 2021
November 30, 2021
November 1, 2021
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2020-21
is now online.
is now online.
October 14, 2021
July 29, 2021
Click here to access data on recently licensed Health Care Practitioners and Facilities
June 29, 2021
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2021 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 9, 2021
April 15, 2021
The CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) will be hosting a call at 2:00 PM ET regarding CVST associated with the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine
April 1, 2021
State Surgeon General Scott A. Rivkees issued Emergency Order 21-001 suspending provisions in sections 466.006 and 466.007
March 8, 2021
National Transportation Safety Board issues recommendations to states on prescribing controlled substances for pain and the dangers of operating a vehicle in any mode of transportation
March 4, 2021
December 29, 2020
November 18, 2020
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent calls that have been received by multiple licensees.
November 13, 2020
Voluntary Recall Alert for Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse Due to Microbial Contamination. Click here for more information.
October 30, 2020
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
is now online.
is now online.
October 23, 2020
Click here for new profession requirements and reporting procedures regarding Human Trafficking
September 30, 2020
ELI is the artificial intelligence system
transforming customer service through online chat
July 14, 2020
Please be aware of system maintenance beginning Friday, July 24th at 6:30PM EST until Monday, July 27 at 6:00AM EST. Click here for more information.
July 1, 2020
2020 legislation amended the requirements for non-opioid alternatives. Click here to access the pamphlet for "Information on Nonopioid Alternatives for the Treatment of Pain"
June 19, 2020
Click here for more information on HB 1461 and the reestablishment of the Health Access Dental License
June 12, 2020
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2020 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 30, 2020
COVID-19 positive patients and COVID-19 laboratory results are subject to mandatory reporting to the Florida Department of Health under Section 381.0031, Florida Statutes.
March 19, 2020
As concerns related to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) continue, CDCA is working closely with Prometric to ensure the safety of the testing candidates.
February 17, 2020
The Florida Department of Health (Department) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to closely monitor the current outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus.
January 2, 2020
Click here for the new requirements requiring prescribers to generate and transmit all prescriptions electronically
December 16, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2019-2020 fiscal year is now available online.
December 3, 2019
Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.
October 29, 2019
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
September 25, 2019
Click here for more information regarding scam calls for license holders claiming to be with the Florida Board.
August 23, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
July 10, 2019
Click here for new profession requirements and reporting procedures regarding Human Trafficking
July 1, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that sets standards of practice and authorizes out-of-state health care practitioners to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.
June 14, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
June 12, 2019
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2019. Please click here for more information.
May 16, 2019
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2019 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
January 18, 2019
We are currently experiencing a temporary delay in printing and mailing the hard copy of your license. Please click here for more information.
December 11, 2018
Click here for more information about the Dental Sedation Workshop that will take place on February 14, 2019.
November 1, 2018
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
October 1, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
June 8, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
May 7, 2018
Click Here to be in the know on how Florida's new legislation on controlled substances affects you
May 2, 2018
Effective May 16, 2018, teaching permit holders are exempt from the general continuing education (CE) requirement. Rule 64B5-7.005, F.A.C. was amended to align with the full […]
April 17, 2018
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2018 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 17, 2018
In an effort to combat the national opioid epidemic in Florida, in March 2018 Governor Rick Scott signed HB 21 creating new limits on schedule II prescriptions for pain medication.
April 13, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
April 11, 2018
Active duty military spouses who hold a dental license in another state may apply for licensure through the Department of Health’s expedited VALOR program
March 14, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2016-2017 fiscal year is now available online.
March 6, 2018
Effective February 27, 2018, a dental hygienist who has received formal training can perform the following task under indirect supervision: Using adjunctive oral cancer screening medical […]
January 29, 2018
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA Special Agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme.
January 10, 2018
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, April 23, 2018. Please click here for more information.
January 3, 2018
The Board of Dentistry has important updates for applicants from Puerto Rico who are seeking expedited licensure and work authorization in Florida.
November 3, 2017
Chronic Disease Prevention: A Public Health Perspective. Please click for details on how to register for this webinar.
October 16, 2017
Please Click for Details on the Urgent National Drug Shortage: Lidocaine with Epinephrine and Bupivacaine with Epinephrine
September 13, 2017
Due to impacts from Hurricane Irma, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
August 8, 2017
Click here to view Dental Hygiene supervision requirement changes effective June 28, 2017 that may impact your profession.
August 2, 2017
The QPR contains revenue, expenditure and performance measure information from the Department of Health.
July 20, 2017
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2017 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
July 18, 2017
The use of telehealth technology by Florida licensed healthcare practitioners for the purpose of providing patient care within the state of Florida is not precluded by Florida law.
April 11, 2017
The purpose of this publication is to share regulatory updates, licensing/renewal information and other important updates with members of the dentistry community and public.
January 19, 2017
Please see updated information about the DEA’s suspension of McKesson Corporation and controlled substances
October 5, 2016
Due to impacts from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
September 9, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) announces the following meetings:
September 6, 2016
The Florida Department of Health has extended license expiration deadlines for Dental Laboratory Personnel
July 19, 2016
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
July 19, 2016
Learn how to add your license to your Online Services Portal account or report your continuing education/continuing medical education (CE/CME) requirements.
July 12, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 221 passed and was signed into law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-222, Laws of Florida. The bill prohibits […]
June 17, 2016
As we mourn the tragic events that occurred in Orlando over the weekend, the Division of Medical Quality Assurance joins friends and colleagues in Central Florida […]
June 9, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 1175 passed and became law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-234, Laws of Florida. Starting July 1, 2016, health […]
March 30, 2016
Effective April 17, 2016, the Board of Dentistry’s revised Rules 64B5-14.009, Conscious Sedation Requirements: Operatory, Recovery Room, Equipment, Medicinal Drugs, Emergency Protocols, Records, and Continuous Monitoring […]
February 26, 2016
Recognize when every-day stressors lead to burnout or depression. Learn more about self-care strategies and how to get help by clicking here.
February 25, 2016
Services will be unavailable on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 9 AM to 4 PM Eastern Standard Time for system upgrades.
February 25, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is excited to announce the launch of the new and improved MQA Search Services Portal.
February 24, 2016
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 24, 2016
Learn more about the new quick reporting feature to report all of your CE/CME hours completed with the same approved organization at one time.
January 25, 2016
The Department encourages you to log in to the tracking system before applying for renewal to ensure your information is complete and accurate.
January 24, 2016
The Department of Health has partnered with certain CE/CME providers using this seal to eliminate the need for licensees to self-report course completion.
January 12, 2016
Adults are encouraged to discuss their health screenings and immunization schedule with their health care professionals
November 2, 2015
June 10, 2015
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces its annual Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations’ meeting.
May 27, 2015
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 27, 2015
Measles is a highly contagious disease, transmitted by respiratory aerosols when an infected person coughs or sneezes...
December 29, 2014
Healthy Promise is a campaign sponsored by the Florida Department of Health to encourage people in Florida to make more informed choices about healthy eating and active living this year.
November 10, 2014
The Florida Department of Health honors and supports veterans, members of the military and their families on Veterans Day.
October 17, 2014
The state of Florida is prepared to identify and treat patients who may have Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)
October 15, 2014
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the DEA Rescheduling of Hydrocodone Combination Products (HCPs)
Background On Friday, August 22nd, the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published a Final Rule moving HCPs from Schedule III to the more-restrictive Schedule II. This […]
July 15, 2014
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces the first combined Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations annual meeting
June 16, 2014
All of us on the Board of Dentistry are focused on, and share the same noble goal, to “Protect the Public.” We stand selflessly together, united in this […]
June 13, 2014
This meeting includes a review of how the Health Care Boards and Councils
will each play an integral role in Florida’s Healthiest Weight Initiative
January 16, 2014
I am humbled to be elected yet again, as Chairman for 2014. I would like to express my gratitude to my fellow Board members, Board staff, […]
December 29, 2013
Not knowing does not alleviate accountability. Become familiar with the Grounds for Discipline found in Section 456.072(1), Florida Statutes (F.S.), and...
December 6, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is aware that documents reportedly originating from DOH requesting information of a sensitive nature have been received by members of […]
October 7, 2013
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Carl Melzer, former board member and past Chair of the Board of Dentistry, for his outstanding […]
June 14, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
May 6, 2013
The Florida Board of Dentistry plays a leading role in the State’s ever-changing health care environment. This is accomplished through...
April 22, 2013
Dear Colleagues, I would like to take this opportunity to thank a very special board member who has served on the Board for the past ten […]
April 15, 2013
Dear Colleagues, Happy New Year from the Board of Dentistry. I want to thank my fellow Board members and staff for allowing me the opportunity to […]
April 15, 2013
Section 893.055, Florida Statutes, requires health care practitioners to report to the PDMP each time a controlled substance is dispensed...
April 15, 2013
Over the last four fiscal years, the Unlicensed Activity (ULA) Unit of the Department of Health has received 209 complaints against unlicensed dentists...
April 14, 2013
I would again like to stress the importance of maintaining detailed patient dental records in your practice. Failure to maintain adequate patient records is a violation […]
April 13, 2013
I am honored to serve as the current Chair of the Board and would first like to express my sincere gratitude to my colleagues on the […]
March 26, 2013
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, will now review your continuing education records in the electronic tracking system...
March 26, 2013
A dental hygienist under the direct supervision of a dentist may administer local anesthesia, including intraoral block anesthesia...
January 30, 2013
New anesthesia rules recently became effective and expand services. The changes include the ability of physician anesthesiologists and dentists...