• General Overview

The Bureau of Health Professions regulates over 340,000 health professionals in Michigan who are licensed, registered, or certified under Articles 7, 15 and 17 of the Michigan Public Health Code and 42 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 483.

This regulation consists of licensing/registering 32 health care occupations, including pharmacies and manufacturer/wholesale distributors. Additionally, the Bureau receives and investigates allegations against these professionals. Regulatory discipline is usually a function of a licensing board or task force which is composed of both professional and public members appointed by the Governor.

The Bureau also provides support to the Controlled Substances Advisory Commission, the Health Professional Recovery Program, and the Advisory Committee on Pain and Symptom Management.

• Goals
Provide a high level of service to all stakeholders by conducting business in a courteous, professional and timely manner.

Provide a fair, consistent and timely process for those applying for a license or registration and maintain accurate records of those licenses and registrations issued.

Provide an objective, efficient and timely process for addressing allegations involving health professionals licensed or registered by the Bureau and develop proactive policies and procedures designed to enhance the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Michigan.

Promote the continuous development of the individual health professional and address current and emerging issues of the health care industry.

Provide the public with information and educational resources regarding the licensing, regulation and practice standards of health professions.

Collaborate with stakeholders to explore issues impacting the supply, training and employment of individual health care professions.

• Mission Statement
The mission of the Bureau of Health Professions is to protect and preserve the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Michigan by supporting a qualified healthcare workforce through the licensing, professional development and regulation of health professionals.

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