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

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.
Aug 14, 2020, 11:42 AM
Pa. Board of Osteopathic Medicine License and Renewal Fee Increases Finalized, Take Effect Immediately
The Board cites these fee increases as necessary for its revenues to meet its expenses. Get details.
Aug 3, 2020, 16:49 PM
PAMED's Step-by-Step Guide for Renewing Your Medical License
We make it easier for you to get your renewal questions answered and to complete state-required CME.
Jul 29, 2020, 16:20 PM
Gov. Wolf and Dept. of State Issue Certain Suspensions for PAs, CRNPs, and CRNAs During COVID-19 Emergency
Get details on the statutory and regulatory suspensions that will be in effect for the duration of the current COVID-19 emergency.
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 28, 2020, 15:05 PM
COVID-19 Waivers and Allowances for GMT Licensing
The state has announced a series of waivers and made a series of processing allowances regarding Graduate Medical Trainee (GMT) licensing.
Apr 9, 2020, 09:35 AM
Pa. To Enable Retired Health Care Professionals to Assist With COVID-19 Response
Get details on the changes.
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.
Apr 2, 2020, 15:30 PM
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.

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