For immediate release: September 18, 2009 (09-152)

Unprofessional conduct allegations lead to physician’s suspension

OLYMPIA ¾ The Medical Quality Assurance Commission has immediately suspended the medical license of physician Henry J. Taylor III (MD60020413), who had practiced at a clinic in Ocean Shores until his employer terminated him because of concerns about his behavior.

The statement of charges alleges Taylor committed unprofessional conduct by misusing legend drugs and controlled substances, prescribing medications and narcotics for his wife using his employer’s prescription forms, ordering labs for his wife using his employer’s account, failing to cooperate with the commission’s investigation, and failing to respond to the commission.  Taylor’s whereabouts are unknown.

Taylor cannot practice medicine in Washington until the charges are resolved. He has 20 days to respond to the charges and to request a hearing.

Legal documents in this case are available by calling 360-236-4700 or online by clicking the link to “Provider Credential Search” on the agency home page (www.doh.wa.gov).

The Medical Quality Assurance Commission protects and promotes public health, safety, and welfare in Washington by regulating doctors’ competency and quality. The commission develops rules, policies, and procedures to promote delivery of high-quality health care to state residents.

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