Unlicensed Activity While responsible for the licensing and regulation of over 200 health care professions, MQA also identifies and inspects health care activities occurring outside the bounds of licensed practice. MQA is tasked with curbing such unauthorized practice and spreading awareness of the dangers of unlicensed activity through ISU's Unlicensed Activity Program (ULA). MQA monitors for and investigates unlicensed activity ranging from I.V. hangover bars to unsanctioned pain management clinics. MQA acts when unlicensed activity is discovered and legal sufficiency is found by issuing fines, citations, and cease-and-desist orders. Many forms of unlicensed activity are potentially dangerous enough to be classed as a felony criminal offense under section 456.065, Florida Statutes. Accordingly, investigators apprise law enforcement of suspected criminal misconduct. Law enforcement agencies are key partners of the ULA program, providing information and mutual assistance during investigations. ULA staff frequently present to agencies such as police departments and sheriff’s offices to educate officers on the nuances of unlicensed activity and encourage open communication with investigators. ULA also utilizes robust marketing and outreach initiatives to educate the public on unlicensed activity signs, dangers, and reporting processes. ULA outreach varies from attending local community events to creating mass-marketing digital campaigns that target large metropolitan areas. ULA program activities, such as marketing initiatives, are funded through an earmarked $5 fee that is paid by prospective licensees and renewing practitioners when submitting an initial or renewal application. MEDICAL QUALITY ASSURANCE | FY 22-23 QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE REPORT 2 1 2
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