3 Mandatory Hours
47 Elective Hours
50 Total Hours
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Here's what you need to renew your Nebraska Physician license

The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Nebraska Board of Medicine and Surgery. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board's site.
If you hold Physician licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state's requirements.

Nebraska : PA (Continuing Education)

Total Hours Required: 50
Mandatory Hours: 3
Elective Hours: 47
Renewal Cycle in Months: 24
License Expiration Date: 10/31/2027
Next Education Due Date: 10/31/2027

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Practice-Based or Conditional Requirements

Opioid Prescribing CE (Controlled Substance Prescribers)
Beginning with renewals on or after October 1, 2018, Nebraska licensees who prescribe controlled substances must complete at least 3 hours on prescribing opiates every renewal period, covering prescribing and administering opiates, risk indicators for addiction, and emergency opiate situations. At least half of the 3 hours must cover Nebraska's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program.

Course option: Opioid Safety: Balancing Benefits and Risks

Federal Requirements

DEA MATE Act Requirement
DEA-registered practitioners, except those who are solely veterinarians, must complete an 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. This applies one time to DEA registrations or renewals submitted on or after June 27, 2023.

Course option: Substance Use Disorders: A DEA Requirement

Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.

Roster

No roster required

Governing Agency

Name: Nebraska Board of Medicine and Surgery
Phone: 4024712118
Fax:
Website: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/pages/medicine-and-surgery.aspx
Address: 301 Centennial Mall South 14th & M Streets Lincoln, NE 68508
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Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It's ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.