Complaints & Enforcement
Our EMS Compliance Unit investigates complaints against:
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel
- EMS providers
- EMS first responder organizations
- EMS education programs
- EMS course coordinators
- EMS instructors
Complaints
Scroll down to view current enforcement actions
Complaints involve possible violations of:
- Emergency Healthcare Act at Chapter 773 of the Health and Safety Code
- Rules for EMS personnel: 25 TAC 157.36
- Rules for EMS providers: 25 TAC 157.16
- Rules for EMS First Responder Organizations: 25 TAC 157.14
- Rules for EMS education programs: L 25 TAC 157.32
- Rules for EMS Course Coordinators: 25 TAC 157.43
- Rules for EMS Instructors: 25 TAC 157.44
Also View:
- Check current license status
- Read the 2016 report on Emergency Medical Services Complaints and Investigation
- Index of EMS/Trauma Systems policies
File a complaint?
You can file a complaint by completing a form and submitting to the EMS Compliance Unit:
Email: EMS_Complaint@dshs.texas.gov
Fax: 512-821-4510
Mail:
Mail Code-1876,
Texas Department of State Health Services,
Attn: EMS Complaints,
PO Box 149347,
Austin, TX 78714-9347
You can get the complaint form online or call us at 512-834-6765 to ask for a copy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Enforcements Actions
The information in this section is intended to provide public notice of disciplinary action by the Department of State Health Services and the Division for Regulatory Services, Compliance Unit, and is not intended to reflect the specific findings of either entity.
This information may not reflect any number of factors including, but not limited to, the severity of harm to a patient, any mitigating factors, or a provider/certificant's disciplinary history. This listing is not intended as a guide to the level of sanctions appropriate for a particular act of misconduct.
Emergency Suspensions
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Angel Jr., William Allen, Pikeville, TN. September 24, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a) for the duration of the Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. |
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Barnet, David Christopher, Corpus Christi, TX. February, 17, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Barth, Gage Ryan Glendale, AZ. January 27, 2023, Emergency Suspension of privilege to practice, Pursuant to Health and Safety Code 778A related to the EMS Compact and EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Bitar, Steven, El Paso, TX. June 15, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Calhoun, Ryan, Gatesville, TX. July 1, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Cambre, Taylor Morgan, San Angelo, TX. May 9, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Cole, William R., McKinney, TX. May 16, 2018, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Craver, Noah, Plano, TX. January 25, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Cuellar, Henry, Houston, TX. January 2, 2019, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Dial, Joseph Ernest, Fort Worth, TX. June 21, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Dignity Best EMS INC, Houston, TX. November 10, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.16(a). |
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Franks, Roy Thomas, Giddings, TX. July 15, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Garcia, IV, Eduardo, Laredo, TX. May 1, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Gill, James Patrick, Humble, TX. January 21, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Gillock, Robert, Poolville, TX. December 5, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Gutierrez, Edwin Balmore, Houston, TX. March 16, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Hill, Ted Pete, Cypress and/or Spring, TX. March 9, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Hogston, Elijah, Boling, TX. July 13, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Horne, Isaiah, Bedford and/or Irving, TX. December 7, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Hutchinson, Derrick, Leakey, TX. April 5, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Lawrence, Joshua L., Dripping Springs, TX. September 16, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Lehman, George, Waxahachie, TX. November 9, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Lindgren, Nathan Scott, San Antonio, TX. December 2, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Lively, Christopher, Bastrop, TX. March 9, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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McAlexander, Donald Raymond, Conroe, TX. August 13, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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McFall, Jesse Wallace, Denton, TX. March 2, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Ortega, Hiram Edmundo, San Antonio, TX. March 3, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Pena, Augustin Daniel, Bishop, TX. September 19, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Perry, Ryan C., Navasota, TX. January 2, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Pitcher, Darvin Dean, Spring, TX. March 5, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Read, Casey Bernard, Georgetown, TX. October 7, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Reed, Marcus D., Round Rock, TX. March 15, 2018, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Sanchez, Germain Javier Luna, Houston, TX. August 13, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Setterlund, Kyle Steven, Killeen, TX. December 21, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Simmons, Kyle Joseph, Bryan, TX. December 3, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Simpkins, Brad Scott, Coppell, TX. July 14, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Smith, Rodney Lloyd, Lucas/Allen/Melissa, TX. June 1, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Stephenson, Jeremy, Denison and/or Gainesville, TX. August 22, 2019, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Sticker, Justin Lee, Kountze, TX. July 22, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Streppone, John Anthony, Schertz and/or San Antonio, TX. September 7, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Taylor Jr., Michael Ray, Friona, TX. April 14, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Tejeda, Samuel A., Jarrell, TX. August 30, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Thornton, Matthew Allen Liberty, TX. November 5, 2020, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Tine, Hunter Kit, Fort Worth and/or North Richland Hills, TX. June 16, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Union Healthcare Services, Inc. DBA City EMS, Houston, TX. October 11, 2021, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.16(a). |
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Venzor, Evan, Austin, TX. August 10, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Wheeler, Masson Doss, Conroe, TX. February 2, 2023, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
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Wolfenbarger, Michael, Richardson, TX. July 14, 2022, emergency suspension, pursuant to the EMS Rules at 25 TAC §157.36(a). |
Current Enforcement Actions
For current license status, go to the Online License Verification site. All postings will remain on the web page:
- For one year after final action is taken; and/or
- Until the suspension or probation expires, whichever is longer.
| Name | City of Residence | Alleged Action | Enforcement Action(s) | Order Effective Date |
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| Adams, Steven Edward | Sunnyvale/Longview, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(31), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in a conviction for Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More and failing to notify department of change in criminal history. | 24-month Probated Suspension | August 18, 2021 |
| Allen, Jacqualius Ronshay Zamir | Fort Worth, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.33(m)(3), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(48), and 157.36(b)(50) related to failure to follow Medical Director's Protocols/Policies, engaging in behavior that is non-diagnostic and/or non-therapeutic; engaging in activity that betrays the patient privacy perspective or public trust and confidence in EMS. | Revocation | April 14, 2022 |
| Baker, Caitlin Niccole | Orange, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c) and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. |
7-days Suspension From November 10, 2022 through November 17, 2022 |
October 10, 2022 |
| Barajas, Jr., Carlos | San Antonio and/or Mission, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(4), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(47) related to failure to make accurate, complete, and/or clear patient care report, engaged in conduct that jeopardized or had the potential to jeopardize the health or safety of any person, and falsified EMS record, patient record or report. | 12 months Probated Suspension | June 10, 2022 |
| Beach, Dillon Jay | Dumas and/or San Antonio, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(14), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(23), 157.36(b)(26), and 157.36(b)(30) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Stalking. | 12-month Probated Suspension | July 14, 2022 |
| Beagnyam, Azzie Marshall | Dickinson, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. |
14-days Suspension From October 28, 2022 through November 11, 2022 |
October 28, 2022 |
| Behringer, Randall | Haslet, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(4), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(11), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(37), 157.36(b)(41), and 157.36(b)(47) related to failure to follow Medical Director's Protocols, delegating EMS functions to a person who lacks the education, training, experience, or knowledge to provide appropriate level of care, failure to protect patients/clients and/or the public from unnecessary risk of harm, and engaged in conduct that has the potential to jeopardize the health and safety of a patient. | 6-months Suspension | April 27, 2022 |
| Brookins, Sr., Danny J. | Denison and/or Warren, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(35) related to an arrest and conviction of Possession of Controlled Substance, failure to notify of an arrest for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Member, and failure to notify the Department of change in criminal history. | Probated Suspension until May 31, 2024 | March 23, 2020 |
| Burnley, Curtis Albert | Dallas/Waxahachie, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(6), 157.36(b)(7), 157.36(b)(28), and 157.36(b)(30) rules in effect on the date of occurrence, related to permitting physical or emotional abuse or injury to a patient or the public, and/or failing to report such abuse or injury to the employer, appropriate legal authority and/or the department, failure to follow Medical Director's Protocols, failure to make accurate, complete, and/or clear patient care report, engaging in conduct that jeopardizes or has potential to jeopardize a patient. | 24-month Probated Suspension | June 16, 2021 |
| Carter, William Jordan | Rowlett, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in conviction for Attempted Theft of Property $2,500.00. | 14-days Suspension followed by Probated Suspension until July 26, 2024 | July 26, 2022 |
| Castillo II, Porfirio |
Mcallen and/or |
Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c) and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Revocation |
October 06, 2022 |
| Cavazos, Hernan | Alton, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(24), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE compliance. | Revocation | February 1, 2023 |
| Chaffer, Sterling Christopher | Temple, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-days Suspension on July 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 16 and 17 | June 24, 2022 |
| City of Dallas Fire-Rescue Department | Dallas, TX | Violated HSC § 773.065(a) and EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.11 and 157.16 (rules in effect on the date of the occurrence) related to Quality Management Plan and oversight of EMS personnel. A Mediated Settlement by Agreed Order was reached. | Administrative Penalty of $108,750.00 held in abeyance for 21 months | November 18, 2022 |
| Coker, Corey Lynn | Yantis and/or Sulphur Springs, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(49) related to criminal conduct resulting in a conviction for Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or more and failure to report arrest. | 12-Month Probated Suspension | June 6, 2022 |
| Cook, Christopher Wayne | Benbrook and/or Fort Worth, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(32), and 157.36(b)(33) related to misappropriating medication and supplies from his employer and testing positive for Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, and Ecstasy (MDMA). | 12-months Probated Suspension | December 22, 2022 |
| Edwards, Joshua Austin | Lewisville and/or Coppell, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(30), and 157.36(b)(35) related to failure to provide requested information, criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Stalking and failing to notify department of change in criminal history. | Suspended until September 20, 2023 | June 7, 2022 |
| Escamilla, Rachel | Rocksprings, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Reprimand | July 26, 2022 |
| Fields, Adam | Vidor, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(17), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35) and 157.36(b)(47) related to misappropriating medications belonging to the employer, failure to take precautions to prevent misappropriating medications, engaging in conduct that has the potential to jeopardize the health or safety of any person, engaging in activity that betrays the public trust and confidence in EMS, and engaging in acts of dishonesty which relate to the EMS profession. | 90-days Suspension from December 8, 2022, until March 8, 2022, followed by a Probated Suspension until December 8, 2023 | January 17, 2023 |
| Flores, James Peter | Carrollton, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(6), 157.36(b)(7), 157.36(b)(28), and 157.36(b)(30) rules in effect on the date of occurrence, related to permitting physical or emotional abuse or injury to a patient or the public, and/or failing to report such abuse or injury to the employer, appropriate legal authority and/or the department, failure to follow Medical Director's Protocols, failure to make accurate, complete, and/or clear patient care report, engaging in conduct that jeopardizes or has potential to jeopardize a patient. | 24-month Probated Suspension | April 6, 2021 |
| Flores, Joseph Daniel | Dumas, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in an arrest and deferred adjudication for Tampering with Governmental Record and failure to report arrest and notify Department of change in criminal history. | 48-month Probated Suspension | March 11, 2021 |
| Floyd, Sr., Kerrick Deon | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(35) related to receiving deferred adjudication community supervision for having committed a third-degree felony offense of Medicaid Fraud Over or Equal to $20,000 and Under $100,000, failure to report arrest and failure to notify the Department of change in criminal history. | Revocation | August 25, 2022 |
| Fox, Chantil Rose | Petrolia, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(47) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Theft of Property Greater Than $2,500.00 Less Than $30,000.00 Enhanced and failure to notify Department of indictment. |
24-months Suspension | April 27, 2022 |
| Frazier III, Ronald Joseph | Georgetown, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment for Sex Abuse of a Child Continuous: Victim Under 14 | Revocation |
October 31, 2022 |
| Garner, Kade Collier | Lubbock, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(38), and 157.36(b)(47) related to failure to follow the Medical Director’s Protocol, engaging in conduct that jeopardizes or has the potential to jeopardize the health or safety of any person, failing to transport a patient, and engaging in acts of dishonesty. | Revocation | February 8, 2023 |
| Garza, Daniel B. | Eagle Pass, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-days Suspension from September 15, 2022 through September 21, 2022 | August 15, 2022 |
| Garza, Emilia Jasso | South Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-days Suspension from September 17, 2022 through September 23, 2022 | August 17, 2022 |
| Gaw, Evan | Odessa, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment for Manslaughter. | Revocation | April 25, 2022 |
| Gibbs, Adam Steele | Bulverde, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-day Suspension | July 28, 2022 |
| Gonzales, Elias | Alice and/or Corpus Christi, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(14), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(23), 157.36(b)(26), and 157.36(b)(30) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for three state jail felony offenses of Credit or Debit Card Abuse, failing to report arrest and failing to notify department of change in criminal history. | Reprimand | July 7, 2022 |
| Hawkins, James Eric | Murphy, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(47), and 157.36(b)(49) related to failure to provide requested information, misappropriating medication from his employer, testing positive while on-duty for Hydrocodone and Hydromorphone, and falsifying information provided to the department. | 24-month Probated Suspension | May 20, 2021 |
| Hawkins, Shaun A. | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(31) and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Assault Intentional/Reckless/Impede Breath/Circulation with Previous Conviction and for Assault Family Member, failure to notify department of change in criminal history and failure to report arrests. | 12 months Probated Suspension | August 1, 2022 |
| Hoenich, Nicholas Allen | Bedford, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(45), and 157.36(b)(47) related to engaging in acts of dishonesty which relate to the EMS profession by falsifying and/or forging paramedic clinical paperwork. | 3-months and 15-days Suspension from March 15, 2022 through July 1, 2022 |
March 24, 2022 |
| Holiness & Brothers INC DBA Holiness & Brothers EMS | Sealy, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.11(n)(22) and 157.16(d)(19) related to failure to possess city permits. | Administrative Penalty $1,875.00 | May 17, 2022 |
| Jackson, Alexandra Elisa | Edinburg, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(26), and 157.36(b)(30) related to failure to provide requested information and failure to report arrests. | 18-months Suspension | August 18, 2022 |
| Jackson, Cortney Gerard | Dallas, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(24), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE compliance. | Revocation | February 1, 2023 |
| Jones, Jason David | Decatur, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(24), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Revocation | April 6, 2022 |
| Karaffa, Andrew John | Georgetown, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c) and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-day Suspension | July 7, 2022 |
| Kerbow, Robin Glen | De Leon and/or Pantego, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(45), and 157.36(b)(47) related to engaging in acts of dishonesty which relate to the EMS profession by falsifying and/or forging paramedic clinical paperwork. |
12-months Probated Suspension |
July 19, 2022 |
| Ketcherside, Kelly Ann | Leonard, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(32), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(44) related to failure to provide requested information, failure to notify the Department of current mailing address, and operating an emergency response vehicle under the influence of alcohol. | 24-month Probated Suspension | April 30, 2021 |
| Larson, Daniel Anton | Terrell, TX | Violated Tex. Health & Safety Code § 773.0614 related to deferred adjudication community supervision for Manufacture/Deliver Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 2 Greater Than or Equal to 4 Grams, Less Than 400 Grams, and failure to notify the Department of final court outcome. | 24-months Probated Suspension | May 13, 2022 |
| Lawrence, Walker Watt | Millsap and/or Weatherford, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment on four (4) counts of Possession of Child Pornography. | Revocation | August 9, 2022 |
| Lee, Coy Waylan | Stamford, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(14), 157.36(b)18), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(30) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Aggregate Theft and failure to report change in criminal history. | 30-day Suspension followed by a Probated Suspension until August 7, 2023 | February 10, 2021 |
| Lewis, Christopher Michael | Chillicothe, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Reprimand | August 25, 2022 |
| Lindburg, Tyrone Henry | Montgomery, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157,36 (b)(21), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in a conviction for three state felony offenses of Tampering with Governmental Record. | Reprimand | January 31, 2023 |
| Marroquin, Kevin | Arlington, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(4), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), and 157.36(b)(47) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s protocol, falsifying patient care report, engaging in conduct that had the potential to jeopardize the health and safety of a patient by performing beyond the scope of level of certification or licensure without Medical Director’s authorization. | 7-day Suspension to begin April 11, 2022 | March 11, 2022 |
| Martin, Todd Alan Martin | Kingwood, TX |
Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.43(h)(17), 157.43(m)(3)(B), |
90-days Probated Suspension Administrative Penalty $1,875.00 held in abeyance for 90-days |
July 19, 2022 |
| McNiel, Wanda Darlene | Moody, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Revocation | April 27, 2022 |
| Mitchell, Adam | Denison and/or Sherman, TX | Violated EMS Rules §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7-days Suspension | April 25, 2022 |
| Norrell, Jr, Teddy Gene | Canton, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.33(m)(3), 157.36(b)(6), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(40) related to failure to follow the Medical Director’s Protocol, causing physical injury to a patient, and failure to contact Medical Control as required. |
6-days Suspension from December 4, 2021 through December 11, 2021 |
March 7, 2023 |
| Nwako, John A. | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(14), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(23), 157.36(b)(26), and 157.36(b)(30) related to an arrest and conviction for theft involving Medicaid and Medicare billing and failure to notify the Department of an arrest and conviction. | 7-year Probated Suspension | March 8, 2017 |
| Ogavu, Stephen | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(31), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for third-degree felony offense of Medicaid Fraud Equal to or Over $20K Under $100K, failing to report arrest and failing to notify department of change in criminal history. | Suspension until November 11, 2025 | June 30, 2022 |
| Owens, Serrick | Dallas, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(4), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(36), and 157.36(b)(40) related to failure to follow Medical Director's Protocols/Policies, failure to contact Medical Control and/or the Medical Director as required, falsifying a patient care report, failure to maintain a substantial amount of skill, knowledge, and/or academic acuity to timely and/or accurately perform duties. |
6-months Suspension from May 26, 2022 through November 26, 2022 |
May 26, 2022 |
| Payne, Brad Russell | Sweetwater, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(32), and 157.36(b)(35) related to misappropriating medication from his employer. |
12-months Suspension from May 25, 2022 through May 25, 2023 |
May 25, 2022 |
| Pearson, Ronnie Paul | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(30), 157.36(b)(31), and 157.36(b)(35) related to criminal conduct resulting in an arrest and conviction for Theft of Property >= $2,500 < $30K, failure to report arrest and notify Department of change in criminal history and failure to provide requested information. | Revocation | February 1, 2023 |
| Pempsell, Daniel Paul | Aledo and/or Fort Worth, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.33(m)(3), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(38), and 157.36(b)(40) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s Protocols/Policies, failure to contact Medical Control as required and engaging in conduct that jeopardizes or has potential to jeopardize a patient. | Reprimand | September 21, 2022 |
| Pompa, Veronica Lea | Corpus Christi, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 14-days Suspension from June 20, 2021 through July 4, 2022 |
June 20, 2022 |
| Precise EMS LLC DBA Precise EMS | San Juan, TX | Violated HSC § 773.050(a) and EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.11(m)(1), 157.11(m)(4), 157.11(n)(1), 157.11(n)(5), and 157.16(d)(14) (rules in effect on the date of the occurrence related to staffing an EMS ambulance vehicle with EMS personnel with expired certifications and failure to comply with an Agreed Order. | 4-year probated suspension and an Administrative Penalty of $355,375.00 with $307,375.00 probated | January 21, 2020 |
| Prosinski, Michael | Montgomery, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(11) and 157.36(b)(31) related to delegating EMS functions to a person who lacks the education, training, experience, or knowledge to provide appropriate level of care, and engaged in conduct that has the potential to jeopardize the health and safety of a patient. | 6-months Suspension from October 7, 2021 through May 4, 2022 |
May 4, 2022 |
| Quillen, Jordan | Lumberton, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(16), 157.36(b)(22), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35) related to engaged in conduct that jeopardized or had the potential to jeopardize the health and safety of a person, by performing an invasive treatment without medical authorization, unlawfully appropriated medical equipment, supplies and medication, engaged in act of dishonesty by tampering with a governmental record, and failure to report arrest | 24-months Suspension | April 27, 2022 |
| Richards, Ryan | Magnolia, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment for Assault Family/House Member Impede Breathing/Circulation and Continuous Violence Against the Family. | Revoke | February 9, 2023 |
| Richards, Sarah Jane | Poteet, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c) and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 7 days Suspension | July 7, 2022 |
| Richardson, Catherine Claire | Magnolia, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5) related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE compliance. |
14-days Suspension from February 8, 2023 through February 23, 2023 |
February 8, 2023 |
| Ridge, Timothy David | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c) and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Revocation |
October 07, 2022 |
| Schriber, Shirley Ann | Floresville, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.43(h)(2), 157.43(h)(17), 157.43(m)(3)(B), and 157.43(m)(3)(E) related to failure to provide supervision and oversight, failure to comply with the responsibilities of a course coordinator, and falsifying course completion certificates. | 24-month Probated Suspension | August 10, 2021 |
| Scott, Devan Charles | Azle, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(25), 157.36(b)(26), 157.36(b)(29), 157.36(b)(30), 157.36(b)(31), and 157.36(b)(35) related to failure to provide requested information, criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence, failure to notify department of change in criminal history, and failure to report arrest. | Revocation | August 17, 2022 |
| Shaw, Horace | Cedar Hill, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment for two counts of Manslaughter. | Revocation | January 20, 2023 |
| Shaw, Sterling Alexander | Fort Worth, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(24), 157.38(c), 157.38(j)(2), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide requested information and failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | 6-months Probated Suspension | July 25, 2022 |
| Simpson, Garrett | Canyon, TX | Violated Tex. Health & Safety Code § 773.0614 related to deferred adjudication community supervision for Online Solicitation of a Minor Sexual Conduct. |
Revocation | April 6, 2022 |
| Smith, Rodney, Lloyd | Lucas and/or Allen and/or Melissa, TX | Violated Tex. Health & Safety Code § 773.0614 related to conviction for one (1) count of Sexual Assault of a Child and counts two (2) through nine (9) deferred adjudication community supervision for Sexual Assault of a Child. | Revocation | July 7, 2022 |
| Sparks, David Paul | Waxahachie, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE compliance. | 7-day Suspension to begin April 29, 2022 | March 29, 2022 |
| Spradlin, Joe Allen Jr. | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(6), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(38) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s Protocols/Policies, failure to make accurate, complete, and/or clear patient care report, engaging in conduct that had the potential to jeopardize patient, and betraying public trust and confidence in EMS by causing or permitting emotional abuse. | 60-day Probated Suspension | March 11, 2022 |
| Starks, Kevin | Houston and/or Missouri City, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(4), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(38), and 157.36(b)(47) related to failure to follow the Medical Director’s Protocol, engaging in conduct that jeopardizes the health or safety of any person, falsifying a patient care report, and engaging in acts of dishonesty. | 90-days Probated Suspension | March 1, 2023 |
| Sutton, Brittanie | Scurry, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.33(m)(3), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(38), and 157.36(b)(40) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s Protocols/Policies, failure to contact Medical Control as required, engaging in conduct that jeopardizes or has potential to jeopardize a patient. | Reprimand | January 17, 2023 |
| Upchurch, Jared Wayne | Texarkana, TX | Violated Texas Occupations Code § 53.021(b) related to felony conviction and imprisonment for two counts of Possession of Child Pornography. | Revocation | November 28, 2022 |
| Van Dyke, Luke | Austin, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(21), 157.36(b)(35), 157.36(b)(45), and 157.36(b)(47), related to falsifying and/or forging clinical documents and entering false patient data to a computer program used by the employer. | 12-months Suspension from September 12, 2022 through September 12, 2023 |
September 8, 2022 |
| Walker, Perry Scott | Flint, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(20), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(40) related to related to assisting another to cheat on psychomotor examinations, engaging in any activity that betrays public trust and confidence in EMS, and engaging in acts of dishonesty which relate to the EMS profession. |
90-day Suspension from April 4, 2022 through July 4, 2022 |
March 4, 2022 |
| Wells, Billy Nathiel | Arlington and/or Seagoville, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(24), 157.36(b)(29), and 157.36(b)(30), related to criminal conduct resulting in deferred adjudication community supervision for Injury to Child Causing Bodily Injury, failure to notify department of change in criminal history, and failure to provide requested information. | Suspended until December 31, 2023 |
October 24, 2022 |
| Williams, Andrew Evan | Houston, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(3), 157.36(b)(6), 157.36(b)(8), 157.36(b)(31), 157.36(b)(35), and 157.36(b)(38) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s Protocols/Policies, failure to make accurate, complete, and/or clear patient care report, engaging in conduct that had the potential to jeopardize patient, and betraying public trust and confidence in EMS by causing or permitting emotional abuse. | 60-day Probated Suspension | March 11, 2022 |
| Wood, Michael | Seguin, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.36(b)(2), 157.44(i)(2)(B), 157.44(i)(2)(I), 157.44(i)(2)(J), 157.44(i)(2)(N), 157.44(i)(2)(Y)(ii), 157.44(i)(2)(Y)(iii), 157.44(i)(2)(Z)(ii), and 157.44(i)(2)(Z)(iii), related to failure to fulfill responsibilities as an EMS Instructor, failure to accurately teach the course curriculum, sexually harassing female students, and exhibiting unprofessional conduct – discrimination and verbal abuse. | EMT Certification: 30-days Suspension from August 25, 2022, through September 25, 2022 And EMS Instructor Certification: Revocation |
August 25, 2022 |
| Wright, Frances Ann | Porter, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC § 157.36(b)(16) related to misappropriating medication from her employer. | 3-days Suspension from May 5, 2022 through May 7,2022 followed by 87-days Probated Suspension | May 4, 2022 |
| Ybarra, Anthony | Elsa and/or Edcouch, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.4(e), 157.34(b)(2)(A), 157.36(b)(2), 157.36(b)(18), 157.36(b)(21), 157.38(c), and 157.38(k)(5), related to failure to provide appropriate documentation and/or proof to validate attestation and/or CE Compliance. | Reprimand | August 24, 2022 |
| Zakem, Donna | Needville, TX | Violated EMS Rules 25 TAC §§ 157.33(m)(3), 157.36(b)(8), and 157.36(b)(35) related to failure to follow Medical Director’s Protocols/Policies. | 6-months Probated Suspension | December 20, 2022 |
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