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Florida requires 40 CME credits every two years for MDs and DOs, including courses on medical errors, domestic violence, controlled substance prescribing, and HIV/AIDS. Special first renewal and one-time CME requirements also apply for both professions.
As healthcare advances, Florda’s CME requirements serve as a cornerstone in upholding high standards in medical practice. In this dynamic field, where progress is constant, Continuing Medical Education (CME) ensures healthcare providers remain at the forefront of medical knowledge. This guide explores Florida's CME requirements for medical license renewal, offering healthcare practitioners a roadmap to meet their obligations and excel in a demanding, innovative environment.
As the Sunshine State continues to prioritize excellence in healthcare, the Florida Board of Medicine has established rigorous yet vital guidelines to ensure that medical professionals stay up to date with the latest advancements in patient care. Here’s a breakdown of the key requirements. https://www.flrules.org/gateway/ChapterHome.asp?Chapter=64B8-13 https://www.flrules.org/gateway/ChapterHome.asp?Chapter=64B15-13
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First renewal CME requirement
One-time CME requirement
“(1) Every physician licensed pursuant to Chapter 458, F.S., shall be required to complete 40 hours of continuing medical education courses approved by the Board in the 24 months preceding each biennial renewal period as established by the Department.”
For DOS-) “At least twenty (20) of the forty (40) hours of the continuing medical education required under this rule shall be American Osteopathic Association approved Category I-A .”
““(a) As part of every third biennial renewal licensure period, all licensees shall complete two (2) hours of training in domestic violence.”
“Upon a licensee’s first renewal of licensure, the licensee must document the completion of one (1) hour of Category I American Medical Association Continuing Medical Education which includes the topics of Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.”
“(c) Completion of two hours of continuing medical education relating to prevention of medical errors.”
“(d) A licensee who is registered with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency and is authorized to prescribe controlled substances is required to complete a 2-hour course on prescribing controlled substances at each biennial renewal of licensure as required by Section 456.0301, F.S. “
For DOs- “a) For each biennial renewal, a licensee shall complete a one (1) hour continuing medical education course in Florida Laws and Rules/Professional .“
More information on Florida CME requirements for physicians on the state medical board
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Medical Doctors (MDs) in Florida must complete 40 CME credits every two years to maintain their licensure. Specific CME topics, such as medical errors and controlled substance prescribing, are also required.
DOs in Florida must complete 40 CME credits every two years. Of these, at least 20 hours must be in AOA Category 1-A credits.
One-Time Requirement: 1 hour of Human Trafficking training.
Both MDs and DOs in Florida must renew their CME credits every two years as part of their biennial licensure renewal. Some courses, like Domestic Violence, are required every third biennium.
Yes, while both require 40 CME credits per renewal cycle, DOs must complete at least 20 AOA Category 1-A credits, while MDs do not have this specific requirement. Additionally, DOs must take Florida Laws and Rules/Professional Ethics CME, which is not required for MDs.
Yes, both MDs and DOs must complete 1 hour of Human Trafficking training, which is a one-time requirement and does not need renewal.
