(a) A report submitted pursuant to this Article shall:
- (1) Be on the reviewing physician's letterhead, dated, and signed under penalty of perjury, and shall contain the original signature of the reviewing physician.
- (2) Describe how the reviewer meets the criteria set forth in section 1315.53.
- (3) Include the applicant's name and the diagnosis or description of the applicant's disability.
- (4) Describe all recommended practice limitations and how these limitations permit the applicant to practice medicine safely.
- (5) Provide suggested intervals between evaluations, if the disability is caused by a disease that will progress or fluctuate in severity.
- (6) Indicate whether the evaluation included a review of the applicant's medical records related to the disability.
- (7) Describe the current treatment protocol and the applicant's compliance with that treatment protocol, if appropriate for the type of disability.
- (b) The evaluation shall have occurred not more than sixty (60) days from the date on which the application was filed with the board.
Note: Authority cited: Section 2018, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 2088 and 2441, Business and Professions Code.
History
1. New section filed 8-18-2011; operative 9-17-2011 (Register 2011, No. 33).