10 Mandatory Hours
40 Elective Hours
50 Total Hours
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Here's what you need to renew your Washington DC Physician license

The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the The District of Columbia Board of Medicine. 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.

Washington DC Physician: DO (Continuing Education)

Total Hours Required: 50
Mandatory Hours: 10
Elective Hours: 40
Renewal Cycle in Months: 24
License Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Next Education Due Date: 12/31/2026

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Mandatory CE Topics

Pharmacology or Prescribing Course
District of Columbia MDs and DOs must complete at least one course that addresses pharmacology and/or prescribing every renewal period. There are no specific hour or topic restrictions for this course.

Course option: Opioid Safety: Balancing Benefits and Risks

LGBTQ Cultural Competency
MDs and DOs must complete 2 hours on cultural competency focusing on patients who identify as LGBTQ, every renewal period.

Course option: LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency for DC Healthcare Professionals

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: The District of Columbia Board of Medicine
Phone: 2024425955
Fax:
Website: https://dchealth.dc.gov/bomed
Address: 899 N. Capitol St. NE Washington, 20002
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Washington DC Physician: MD (Continuing Education)

Total Hours Required: 50
Mandatory Hours: 10
Elective Hours: 40
Renewal Cycle in Months: 24
License Expiration Date: Varies
Next Education Due Date: Varies

Online Info

Mandatory CE Topics

Pharmacology or Prescribing Course
District of Columbia MDs and DOs must complete at least one course that addresses pharmacology and/or prescribing every renewal period. There are no specific hour or topic restrictions for this course.

Course option: Opioid Safety: Balancing Benefits and Risks

LGBTQ Cultural Competency
MDs and DOs must complete 2 hours on cultural competency focusing on patients who identify as LGBTQ, every renewal period.

Course option: LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency for DC Healthcare Professionals

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: The District of Columbia Board of Medicine
Phone: 2024425955
Fax:
Website: https://dchealth.dc.gov/bomed
Address: 899 N. Capitol St. NE Washington, 20002
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Washington DC Physician: PA (Continuing Education)

Total Hours Required: 100
Mandatory Hours: 2
Elective Hours: 98
Renewal Cycle in Months: 24
License Expiration Date: Varies
Next Education Due Date: Varies

Online Info

Mandatory CE Topics

LGBTQ Cultural Competency
District of Columbia PAs must complete 2 hours on cultural competency focusing on patients who identify as LGBTQ, every renewal period.

Course option: LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency for DC Healthcare Professionals

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: The District of Columbia Board of Medicine
Phone: 2024425955
Fax:
Website: https://dchealth.dc.gov/bomed
Address: 899 N. Capitol St. NE Washington, 20002
Shop Courses

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Other facts and insights about completing your CE

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.