Licensure Requirements

Contact Information:

State Board of Medicine

Phone: (717) 783-1400
Email: ST-MEDICINE@PA.GOV

State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
Phone: (717) 783-4858
Email: ST-OSTEOPATHIC@PA.GOV

For technical support with the Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS) please contact:

Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs
Phone: (717) 787-8503
Email: RA-BPOA@pa.gov

Jan 7, 2021, 13:30 PM
Understanding How to Apply CME Credits With the MD License Renewal Extension
The license renewal deadline for MD licensees has been extended to March 31, 2021. We've been getting questions from MDs regarding how to apply CME credits with this extension. This article provides clarification.
Dec 22, 2020, 11:00 AM
Pa. to Enable Retired Health Care Professionals to Assist With COVID-19 Response
Get details on the changes.
Dec 22, 2020, 10:40 AM
DOS Licensure Changes in Response to COVID-19 Include Expedited Temporary Licensure for Out-of-State Practitioners
Pa. will allow expedited temporary licensure to practitioners who are licensed in other states so that they may provide health care services to Pennsylvanians for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency.
Dec 22, 2020, 10:13 AM
State Board of Medicine Extends MD License Renewal Deadline
The State Board of Medicine has extended the license renewal deadline from December 31, 2020 to March 31, 2021.
Sep 14, 2020, 15:33 PM
Active-Retired Licenses: What Physicians Should Know
PAMED often receives questions regarding active-retired licenses from member physicians. This blog provides answers to some of the most common questions.
Sep 9, 2020, 11:20 AM
FAQ: Renewing Your Medical License

Learn more about renewing your MD or DO license in Pennsylvania.
Sep 8, 2020, 16:38 PM
PALS Renewals: Answers to Member FAQs
This FAQ provides answers to the most common questions PAMED receives from members on license renewal for MDs and DOs.
Jul 22, 2020, 15:30 PM
Reactivating a License: What Physicians Should Know
Here's what it takes for a physician with an active-retired medical license to return to practice in Pennsylvania.
Jul 22, 2020, 00:00 AM
How to Maintain Your License to Practice In Pennsylvania
Download Physician Career Basics to learn things you need to know to maintain your license to practice in Pennsylvania.
Apr 6, 2020, 09:10 AM
Answers to FAQs on Pennsylvania's Opioids Continuing Education Requirements
Dispensers or prescribers applying for an initial license and those applying for re-licensure are required to complete opioids continuing education. Here are answers to frequently asked questions.
Jan 1, 2020, 00:00 AM
FAQ: Licensure/CME Requirements and Helpful Tips for MDs
Find answers to FAQs, including those related to PALS, CME requirements, and more. Also, get links to a variety of free online CME activities for PAMED members.
Jan 1, 2020, 00:00 AM
FAQ: State CME Licensure Requirements for DOs
Find answers to FAQs, including links to a variety of free online CME activities for PAMED members.

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