NEW! DEA MATE ACT:
Beginning with DEA initial registrations or renewals starting June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered practitioners (with the exception of DVM-only license holders) are required to complete 8 hours of one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
Mandatory Subjects:
At least 4 hours of continuing medical education shall be earned on topics of current concern as determined by the director of the Rhode Island Department of Health. Current topics include: Cultural Awareness, Risk Management, Antimicrobial Stewardship.
Effective August 1, 2019, every physician has to complete one hour (per career) of CME training regarding Alzheimer’s disease.
Here's what you need to renew your Rhode Island Physician license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline. 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.
Rhode Island Physician: DO (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
40
Mandatory Hours:
5
Elective Hours:
35
Renewal Cycle in Years:
2
License Expiration Date:
06/30/2026
Next Education Due Date:
06/30/2026
Online Info
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
Phone:
4012225960
Fax:
Address:
Department of Health 3 Capitol Hill Providence, 02908
Rhode Island Physician: MD (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
40
Mandatory Hours:
5
Elective Hours:
35
Renewal Cycle in Years:
2
License Expiration Date:
06/30/2026
Next Education Due Date:
06/30/2026
Online Info
NEW! DEA MATE ACT:
Beginning with DEA initial registrations or renewals starting June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered practitioners (with the exception of DVM-only license holders) are required to complete 8 hours of one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
Mandatory Subjects:
At least 4 hours of continuing medical education shall be earned on topics of current concern as determined by the director of the Rhode Island Department of Health. Current topics include: Cultural Awareness, Risk Management, Antimicrobial Stewardship.
Effective August 1, 2019, every physician has to complete one hour (per career) of CME training regarding Alzheimer’s disease.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
Phone:
4012225960
Fax:
Address:
Department of Health 3 Capitol Hill Providence, 02908
Rhode Island Physician: PA (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
25
Mandatory Hours:
8
Elective Hours:
17
Renewal Cycle in Years:
2
License Expiration Date:
06/30/2025
Next Education Due Date:
06/30/2025
Online Info
NEW! DEA MATE ACT:
Beginning with DEA initial registrations or renewals starting June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered practitioners (with the exception of DVM-only license holders) are required to complete 8 hours of one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
Mandatory Subjects:
Effective January 2,2020, licensees who prescribe Schedule II opioids have a one-time requirement of 8 hours of Category I CME in any or all of the following topics:
The appropriate prescribing of opioids for pain;
Pharmacology;
Adverse events;
Potential for dependence;
Tolerance;
Substance use disorder; and
Alternatives to opioids for pain management.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
Phone:
4012225960
Fax:
Address:
Department of Health 3 Capitol Hill Providence, 02908
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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.