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ALASKA

State Medical Board
Divisional of Occupational Licensing

P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811
(907) 465-2541 Phone

License Fee: $450.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: LeslieHaywood in Anchorage sets up interview for physician. Hours 8AM-5:30PM in Achorage and 8AM-5:00PM Mon-Fri in Palmer, Homer, & Fairbanks
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med school & pre-med only if certified diploma is not available.
Training: US/Canadian Grad- 1 year PGT in accredited program FMG's Certified by ECFMG and lic in another jurisdiction by exam
Verifications: 1. Verification of every stae lic (active or inactive) ever held. 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME,USMLE, State Board 3.Medical School form. 4.PGT-1 (Internship) form 5.DEA form 6.AMA form 7.Federation 8.Hospital Priviliges form (during last 5 years)
Documentation: Notarized copies of the follow documents should accompany the application: (Photocopies must state "true and exact copy of the original document" 1. Medical school diploma(s) or transcripts if unable to locate diploma 2. Internship cert(s) or Residency certificat(s) or letter from director 3. Certified translations if not in English. 4, Photograph attached to application. 5. ECFMG cert (if available)
Interviews or Exams: Mandatory for all applicants (temporary or permanent)
Recruiter Can Order Application
Website: http://www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/pmed.htm

 

ALABAMA

Board of Medical Examiners

P.O. Box 946
Montgomery, AL 36101-0946
(334) 242-4116 Phone

License Fee: $175.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Every. 3rd Wednesday. License issued every 4th Wednesday
Ten Year Rule in Effect? SPEX Reqd after 10 yrs
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Not ReGuired
Training: US/Canadian grads: 1 Yr PGT in AMA approved training programs. FMGs - 1 Yr PGT in US or Canadian Programs
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (act and inactive) ever held. 2.License Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, STATE BOARD. FLA BD NOT ACCEPTED. 3. Medical School Form 4. PGT Form
Documentation: NOTARIZED copies of the following should be included w/ app: 1. MEDICAL SCHOOL DIPLOMAS. 2. INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATES. 3. RESIDENCY CERTS. 4. FELLOWSHIP CERTS. 5. PHOTO. 6. Translations of NON ENG. Documents
Interviews or Exams: May Require Interview
Status Check: Very Cooperative
Not Approved Schools: CETEC, Dominican Republic. CIFAS, Dominican Republic UTESA, Domincan Republic. Amer Univ of Carribean, Montserrat, WI. Univ. Autonoma de Ciudad, Juarez, MX UNIV Mexico American Del Norten, Mexico. Spartan Univ (AKA St. Lucia Health Sciences Univ), Dominican Republic
Recruiter Can Order Application
Controlled Substance: Yes. Application sent 1 wk before licensed.
Time: Min 6-8 Wks once application at board. May take mos to license
Website: http://www.albme.org/

 

ARKANSAS

State Medical Board

2100 Riverfront Drive, Suite 200
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 296-1802 Phone

License Fee: $400.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: March, June Sept Dec Deadline for applications: Feb May Aug Nov
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Internationals ONLY: (along with verification of clerkships)
Training: Post Grad Training: US/Canada - One Year International: One year in US
Verifications: All State licences Post Grad Training (including Fellowship) Exam Scores Hospital Affiliation: (from time of graduating) Reference Letters (three doctors) Medical Society and State Medical Society. ECFMG Any substance abuse, malprctice or crminal activity will have to be detailed direct to the Board. Personal Interview: All international grad or any applicant with disciplinary/impairment history is required to have personal interview. Must be citizen of US or show intent Translation of all foreign documents
Documentation: Photos: Passport (black & white) signed and dated
Status Check: Between 2:00-4:00PM
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow minimum of ten weeks plus to acquire license once Board has received completed application
Website: http://www.armedicalboard.org/index.asp

 

ARIZONA

Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine and Surgery

9535 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 657-7703 Phone

License Fee: $580.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Website: http://www.azosteoboard.org/
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Board of Medical Examiners

2001 West Camel Back Road, Ste 300
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 255-3751 Phone

License Fee: $450.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Depends on which day application is processed
Ten Year Rule in Effect? YES (SPEX required)
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med Sch. Request trans when sending verification form.
Training: US Canadian Grad - approved schools of med and 1 year PGT in an accrdited prog. FMG's Certified by ECFMG and 36 month postgrad training.
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state lic (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exan Score (FLEX, SPEX , NBME, USMLE, State Board) 3. Med School Form w/photograph & transcripts 4. PGT firn (all periods of training) 5. ECFMG form 6. AMA form 7. Federation 8. Hospital Priviliges form (during last 5 years) 9. Medical Agency of Employment form
Documentation: Copies of the following doc should accompany application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. All postgraduate certificate(s) 3. Certified translations, if not in English 4. (2 or 3*) Photos (one for med school verification, application, and an *additional for license verification in CA) 5. ECFMG Certificate (if available) 6. Certified birth certificate. 7. DD-214 (military discharge papers),
Interviews or Exams: May require interview
Status Check: Slow Calls on Wed 8-5 only
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 14-16 weeks to acquire license from the time application is received by the board
Website: http://www.bomex.org/

 

CALIFORNIA

Medical Board of California

1426 Howe Avenue
Sacremento, CA 95825-3236
(916) 263-2382 Phone

License Fee: $442.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: None
Ten Year Rule in Effect? 4 years, may be extended for time spent in PG trng
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: From all schools attended
Training: US/Canadian Graduate 1 year PGT in accredited program with at least 4 months of general medicine trng. FMG's Certified be ECFMG and licensed in another jurisdiction by examination, 2 years PGT with at least 4 months of general medicine.
Verifications: 1. Letter of good standing from every state license (active or inactive) ever held. 2. Licensure Exams Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Board) 3, Med School form w/photograph 4, PGT form w/photo to each verification
Documentation: 1.Med School Diploma(s) with statement from Dean or Registar that the copy of dip is a true & exact copy of original. 2. Two fingerprint cards 3. Certified translations, if not in English 4. Photos (2) 3 1/2" x 5" and (?*) 2 1/4" x 3" Blk & White. *The smaller photos attached to all postgrad verification forms.
Status Check: Board coop Do not call for 30 days aft app at Brd
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 8-9 weeks to acquire lic fr time appl. Is at the brd. Appl is not processed until it is complete. (All documentaion into Board.)
Website: http://www.medbd.ca.gov/
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Osteopathic Medical Board of California

, CA
(916) 263-3100 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Website: http://www.docboard.org/cx/

 

COLORADO

Board of Medical Examiners

1560 Broadway, Suite 1300
Denver, CO 80202
(970) 894-7690 Phone

License Fee: $329.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Each month. Must have application in two months prior to meeting and all supporting documents into the board one month prior.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med School and pre-med
Training: US/Canadian Grad - 1 year PGT in accredited prog. FMG's /cetified by ECFMG and licensed in another jurisdiction by exam, 4 yrs PGT in an accredited program. Completed report of junior/senior clinical rotations.
Verifications: 1. Verification from every state license (active or inactive) ever held with photo attached 2 1/1" x 3" to each form. 2. Licensure Exam scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Board except FL 3. Med School form w/photo 4. PGT form w/photo to each verification form. 5. Letter verifying each facility for last 5 years. If locum tenens, verification can be from the agency.
Documentation: 1. Certified birth certificate 2. Proof of name change or marriage certificate 3. ECFMG certificate 4. Certified translations, if not in English 5. Photos (2) 3 1/2" x 5" and (?*) 2 1/4" x 3" Blk & White. *The smaller photos attached to med school verification, all postgrad and license verification forms. 6. Letter regarding malpractice insurance. Exempt until work starts. Doctor must send proof of insurance once work begins.
Interviews or Exams: None required
Status Check: Brd Coop Linda pend appl. Jan reinstatements
Not Approved Schools: Board will not accept medical colleges of the Caribbean, West Indies etc
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 8-9 weeks to acquire license from the time application is at the board. Application is not processed until it is complete (all documentation into the board).
Website: http://www.dora.state.co.us/medical/

 

CONNECTICUT

Division of Medical QA and Physician Licensing

150 Washington Street
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 509-7563 Phone
(860) 509-8457 Fax

License Fee: $450.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Not required to go before full Board. Notarized copies not acceptable. Must be translated if not in English.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No ten year rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Med School must send transcripts to Board. Notarized copies not acceptable. Must be translated if not in English
Training: US/Canadian Grad - 2 years Foreign Grad - 3 years
Verifications: 1. Every state license ever held 2. License Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, or State) 3. "Verification of residency" forms completed by the chief of staff or program director 4. ECFMG exam results 5, AMA Physician Profile 6. Federation of State Medical Boards Disciplinary Report 7. National Practioner Data Bank report of action Official translation of documents not in English
Status Check: Brd cooper. Call when eveything is there.
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 8-12 weeks to acquire a license
Website: http://www.dph.state.ct.us/MD_Profile/hlthprof.htm

 

WASHINGTON DC

Board of Medical Licensure

614 H Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 727-5365 Phone

License Fee: $180.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: None mentioned
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre-med school & Med School
Training: US Canadian Graduate - successful completion of a 2 years nternship and 2 years residency in an approved program. (Applicants educated in US prior to 1/1/90 need only 1 year PGT) Foreign Graduates - require successful completion of 3 years training in approved program Fifth Pathway - require successful completion of (2) years of supervised clinical training in a "Fifth Pathway" program under the direction of a medical school in the US Fellowships- verification required if applicable.
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held. 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) 3. Training- All post-graduate since graduation of Med School 4. Hospital Affiliations - everything since graduation of Medical School 5. References - (3) character must accompany application signed and sealed 6. AMA Physician Profile
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application; 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Internship Cert, 3. Residency Cert, 4. Fellowship Cert., 5. Specialty Board Cert. 6. ECFMG Cert. 7. Fifth Pathway Cert. As well as (2) photos & official translations of foreign documents.
Status Check: Brd req 4-6 wks before calling
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 8-12 weeks to acquire licensure from time the board receives the application
Website: http://doh.dc.gov/doh/cwp/view,a,1371,q,594856,doh

 

DELAWARE

Board of Medical Practices and Professional Regulations

P.O. Box 1401
Dover, DE 19903-1401
(302) 739-4522 Phone

License Fee: $169.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Board meets the first Tues of every month with the exception of Feb & Aug. Application must be complete 14 days prior to Board meeting for consideration of licensure
Ten Year Rule in Effect? 10 Year rule does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre Med School & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad sucessful completion of a 1 year approved program. Foreign Grad - require successful completion of 3 years training in approved program Fifth Pathway - require successful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical training ina "Fifth Pathway" program under the direction of a medical school in the US Fellowships - verification required if applicable
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NMBE, USLME, or State) 3. Medical School 4. Residences 5, Internships 6. AMA 7. Federation History Report 8. Hospital Affiliations - all privileges held are required
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Internship Cert 3. Residency Cert 4. Fellowship Certs 5. Specialty Board Cert 6, ECFMG Cert 7. Fifth Pathway Cert 8. Birth Cert, as well as (2) 2 x 2 photos & official translations for foreign documents
Interviews or Exams: Two personal interviews required with Board members
Status Check: Allow 2-3 wks after receipt of application
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 4-8 weeks to acquire licensure after board receipt of completed application
Website: http://www.professionallicensing.state.de.us/board

 

FLORIDA

Board of Medicine
www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa
Marm M. Harria, Executive Director

1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0770
(850) 488-0595 Phone

License Fee: $460.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Board meets 6 times a year to consider applicants for licensure. Feb, April, June, Aug. Oct. Dec
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Yes (SPEX required)
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Med School
Training: US /Canadian Grad - successful completion of a 1 yr approved prog Foreign Grad - require successful completion of 3 yrs training in approved prog Fifth Pathway - require successful completion of one yr of supervised clinical training in a "Fifth Pathway" prog under the direction of a med school in the US
Verifications: 1. State Licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or state) 3. Hospital Affiliations 4. AMA Physician Profile
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents must accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Internship Certs 3. Residency Certs 4. Military Discharge Certs 5. State Licenses (original certificates) 6. Malpractice (Certified copies to include settlement & disposition 7. Two recommendations letters (addressed to the Board <6 months old) as well as (1) photo attached to application & official translations of foreign documents.
Interviews or Exams: Min 3 hrs approved AMA Category I credit towards education of HIV and AIDS
Status Check: Allow 6-8 wks after rec of application
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 12-20 weeks to acquire licensure after receipt of completed application
Website: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/RW_webmaster/profession
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Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners

1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0757
(352) 922-6725 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Website: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/

 

GEORGIA

Composite Board of Medical Examiners
www.state.ga.us/gch/
William G. Miller, Joint Secretary, State Exam. Bd

166 Pryor Street, SW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3465
(404) 656-3913 Phone
404-656-9723 Fax

License Fee: $400.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: March, June, Oct, Dec
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US Canada - 1 year International and Fifth pathway who graduated from medical school on or before July 1, 1985 must complete 1 year in the US Applicants who graduated after 7-1-85must complete 3 years in US
Verifications: All state licenses Post Grad Training: Yes Licensure exam scores: Yes Reference letters (4 doctors) National Practituiner Data Bank
Documentation: Notarized Copies: Specialty Board Certs Proof of any name changes All foreign documents must be translated Any substances abuse, malpractice, or criminal record will have to be detailed to Board Personal inteview of the doctor may be required at discretion of the Board Current CV Board will only Fed-X if we submit envelope showing Caduceus as shipper Photos: Black & White - no special size
Interviews or Exams: May be required at discretion of Board
Status Check: Takes call after 2:00 PM
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 7-8 weeks to acquire a license from the date completed application received by the Board
Website: http://medicalboard.georgia.gov

 

HAWAII

Board of Medical Examiners

P.O. Box 3469
Honolulu, HI 96801
(808) 586-3000 Phone

License Fee: $290.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: None Licensed as application file is processed
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US Canadian approved schools of medicine and 1 year PGT in accredited prog FMG's Certified by ECFMG and 24 month postgrad trng/5th Pathway
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (activeor inactive ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, NBME, USMLE, STATE - certain states only) 3. ECFMG form 4. AMA (send request letter) 5. Federation form 6. Hospital Affiliation form (during last 3 years, this includes PGT also) 7. National Practiioner Data Bank (self query)
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Medical school diploma(s) 2. All postgrad certs 3. Certified translations, if not in English 4. Photo (2" x 2") 5, ECFNG cert (if applicable)
Interviews or Exams: None required
Status Check: Hard to get through.
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 4-8 weeks to acquire license from the time application is at the Board
Website: http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/areas/pvl/boards/medica

 

IOWA

State Board of Medical Examiners
Executive Hills, West

1209 East Court Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-5171 Phone

License Fee: $300.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Every 6 weeks. Not all applicants will be reviewed by board. No guidelines, it is up to the board
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply. No time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US/Canadian Grad successful completion of a 1year approved prog Foreign Grad - successful completion of 3 years training in an approved prg. In US or Canada must be ECFMG certified Fifth Pathway - require succesful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical training in a "Fifth Pathway" prog under the direction of a med school in the US
Verifications: 1. Med School application must be sent to school for certification 2. Recommendation of Secretary of Local, County Med or Ostepathic Society or Association (if not a member of current chief of staff of which you hold privileges) must complete section 15 of application 3. State licensure of every state license ever held 4. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or state) 5. Hospital Affiliations for the past 10 years. 6. FMG's /verufucatuin if ECFMG 7. Post Grad Training - each facility which Dr. trained for intership, residency or fellowship 8. AMA Physician Prfile 9. Federation of State Medical ? 10. Notarized copy of military ?
Documentation: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Post Grad Cert ? 3. Notarized copy Fifth Pathway ?? ?
Status Check: allow six weeks
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 8 - 10 weeks to acquire licensure from date receipt of completed application by the board
Website: http://www.docboard.org/ia/ia_home.htm

 

IDAHO

State Board of Medicine

P.O. Box 0058
Boise, ID 83720-0058
(208) 334-2822 Phone

License Fee: $300.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: must have intevidew within 45 days after application complete with board member
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad - 1 year PGT in accredited prog FMG's Certified by ECFMG and licensed in another jurisdiction by examination. 3 years aproved PGT
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or Inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX NBME, USMLE, State Brd-except Florida 1969-1980) 3. Medical School form 4. PGT (ALL) form 5. (2) Recommendations form (must be notarized). 6. (2) Society form (not required for persons who have not been in private practice). 7. Hospital Affiliation form (last 5 years) 8. (2) Photos 3" x 4" finished, w/signature across lower portion 9. ECFMG verification
Documentation: None
Interviews or Exams: Mandatory for all aplicants (temp or perm). Board will notify applicant of interview date.
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 7-8 weeks to acquire license fom the time application is at the board
Website: http://www.bom.state.id.us/

 

ILLINOIS

Department of Professional Relations

320 West Washington, 3rd Floor
Springfield, IL 62786
(217) 785-0800 Phone

License Fee: $300.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Board meets once a month (around 9th - 15th). Not all applicants have to be reviewed by the board. Only questionable applicants
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply. No time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre Med School & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad - successful completion of 1 year prior to 12/31/87 & 2 years after 1/1/88 in approved prog Foreign Grad - require successful comletion of 3 years training in approved prog Fifth Pathway - require successful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical training in a "Fifth Pathway" prog under the direction of a medical school in US
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or state) 3. Work History form - must account for all time periods since graduation from medical school 4. Residency/Specialty Training - 1 year before 12/31/87 and 2 years after 1/1/88.
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Intership Certs 3. Residency Certs. 4. Specialty Board Certs 5. ECFMG Cert as well as 1 - 2 x 2 Photo & official translations of foreign documents
Status Check: allow 3-4 weeks before calling
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 8-12 weeks to acquire licensure from date board receives aplication. (Or 2-3 weeks once all verifications have been received)
Website: http://www.idfpr.com/dpr/WHO/med.asp

 

INDIANA

Health Professions Bureau

402 West Washington St. Room 041
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 232-2960 Phone

License Fee: $200.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Every 4th Wed to consider applicants for licensure.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No ten year rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Official transcript directly from the Med School FMG's must submit notarized copies of all subjects & grades (mark sheets). Inc official translations if not in English
Training: US/Canadian Grad - 1 year PGT in AMA approved training Foreign Grad - 2 years PGT in US or Canadian prog
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, State Brd
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Internship Cert 3. Residency Certs 4. ECFMG Cert 5. Copy of current license showing expiration date if requesting permit. Photo - one passport quality taken within the last 8 weeks. Official translation of documents not in English'
Status Check: Board very cooper.
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 6-8 weeks to acquire license from the time application is sent to the board
Website: http://www.in.gov/pla/bandc/mlbi/

 

KANSAS

Medical Board of Healing Arts

235 Southwest Topeka Boulevard
Topeka, KS 66603-3068
(888) 886-7205 Phone

License Fee: $150.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Feb Apr Jun Aug Oct Dec
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No ten year rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Send part of the applicationto med school for certification and transcripts. Also send notarized copy of diploma
Training: US Canadian Grads - 1 year PGT Foreign Grads - 3 years PGT in approved US or Canadian prog Fifth Pathway accepted if requirements met
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, BME, USMLE, State Brd) 4. Two recommendations from docs whjo have known you for at least a yer
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany the application: P.G.T. certificate(s) notarized Photo - 3" x 4" with signature and address of photo, date taken, certifying that it is a picture of the applicant on back, thumb print with signature of law enforcement officer, and your signature across the front. Official translation of documents not in English
Interviews or Exams: Req of some FMG's or oral exam to determine English language proficiency
Status Check: Check in about 3 weeks
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: 4 to 8 weeks
Website: http://www.ksbha.org/

 

KENTUCKY

Medical Board of Medical Licensure

310 Whittington Parkway, Suite 1B
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 429-8046 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Training: 2 yrs of resideny minimum
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Website: http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/kbml/

 

LOUISIANA

State Board of Medical Examiners
Delmar Rorison

630 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(800) 296-7549 Phone

License Fee: $475.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Board meets the first week of every month.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Applies (SPEX required)
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Medical School (FMG's only)
Training: US/Canadian Graduates-Successful completion of a 1 year approved program Foreign Graduates- require a successful completion of three years training in approved program. Fifth Pathway- Requires a successful completion of one year of supervised clinical training in a "Fifth Pathway" program under the direction of a medical school in the US.
Verifications: 1. Medical Education-Certificate of Dean (page 4 of appl.) 2. Post graduate training-every training program ever participated. 3. Certificate of local County Medical/professional Society. (page 4 of ap.) 4. Character recommendations-completed by (2) Physicians (pg. 4 of ap.) 5. State Licensure of every state license ever held. 6. Certification from State FLEX was taken. (Passport Photo Attached). 7. Licensure exam scores taken (FLEX,SPEX, NBME, USMLE or State) 8. Hospital affiliations for the past 5 years. 9. National Practitioner Data Bank Inquiry. 10. FMG's must demonstrate ability to speak, understand read and write the English language. 11. FMG's must have Dean of Medical School, Internship, residency & Fellowship write a letter of recommendation.
Documentation: (English translations required on foreign documents) Copies of the following documents must accompany the application: 1. Medical School Diploma(s) 2. Fifth Pathway Certificate. 3. Residency and Intern Certificates (FMG's only) 4. Proof of Legal Name Change-Notarized copy of legal document. 5. (2) passport size photographs signed, dated and notarized. 6. ECFMG Certificate. 7. Original State License.
Interviews or Exams: A personal appearance before the board to present original documents as listed above is required. Applicant should contact board to schedule.
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a minimum of 6-8 weeks to acquire licensure from date of receipt of completed application.
Website: http://www.lsbme.org/

 

MASSACHUSETTS

Board of Registration in Medicine
Licensure Department

10 West Street
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 727-3086 Phone

License Fee: $350.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Twice a month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No 10 year rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Not required
Training: US Canadian Grad 1 year PGT in AMA approved training Foreign Grad - 2 years PGT in US or Canadian Prog
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Brd prior to 6/70 3. Medical School Form 4. PGT form 5. 1 Year of current evaluations signed by the Chief of Service 6. AMA form
Documentation: Photo (2 x 2)
Status Check: After 3 weeks
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 4-8 weeks to acquire license from the time application is at the Brd. (FMG's cannot be licensed in this short period of time. May take months longer to license (can't estimate time, don't place before licensed)
Website: http://www.massmedboard.org/

 

MARYLAND

Board of Physician Assurance

4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 764-4777 Phone

License Fee: $450.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Licensed as soon as everything requested by the Brd is there & approved
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No ten year rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Not required but Med School must fill out form
Training: US Canadian Grads - 1 year Foreign Grads - 1 year approved school:; 3 years unapproved school
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or state) 3. Post grad training prog 4. Attestation to applicant's moral character (2) 6. Teaching experience 7. Form to verify medical degree 8. English language competency. If applicant has not graduated from a high school or med school where English is the primary language.
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. Internship Cert 3. Residency Cert 4. Fellowship Cert 5. Notarized Fifth Pathway Cert 6. Notarized ECFMG Cert 7. Notarized name change documents 8. Notatarized photocopy of certified translations of documents not in English One photo
Status Check: See notes
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 3 - 4 months to acquire licensure
Website: http://www.mbp.state.md.us/

 

MAINE

Board of Licensure and Medicine

137 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
(207) 287-3601 Phone

License Fee: $300.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Every other month. After Brd approval an oral exm is scheduled. Fee is $50
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No ten yr rule
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med School must send transcript to Brd. Notarized copies not acceptable. Must be translated if not in English
Training: US Canadian Grad 2 years if Dr. graduated after 1/1/70, 1 year before this date Foreign Grad - 3 years in US or Canadian accredited training
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, LMCC or State) 3. ECFMG exam results 4. Med School form to be sent directly to Brd from School Official translation of documents not in English
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following: 1. Med School diploma 2. Residency Cert including fellowship 3. Specialty board Certificates The Brd does its own background check
Interviews or Exams: See above
Status Check: Call between 2PM-4PM
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: 3 - 6 months
Website: http://www.docboard.org/me/me_home.htm

 

MICHIGAN

 

MINNEAPOLIS

Board of Medical Practice

2700 University Avenue West, Suite 106
St. Paul, MN 55114-1080
(320) 642-0538 Phone

License Fee: $368.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Second Saturday of odd numbered months-deadline for receiving application
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Yes`
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: No transcript required
Training: US Canada Grad - 1 year Foreign Grad - 2 years
Verifications: 1. State kucensyre if every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, or State) 3. Verification of all internship, residency and fellowship progs 4. Certification of med education 5. Verification from each hospital where privileges held in the last 10 yrs 6. Letter of reference from 2 physicans with whom you have worked in the last 5 years 7. Verification of Specialty Brd Certification
Documentation: Notarized copy of name change Copy of Med Diploma Copy of 1st year PG training Cert Notarized copy of military discharge papers, if applicable Completed, signed dated Malpractice History Report Form Completed, signed, dated facilities list form, iven if not applicable Malpractice history report
Interviews or Exams: Brd requires personal appearance of all applicants before a board representative prior to issunce of permanent license
Status Check: Cooperative Call when every thing is there
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 6-12 weeks to acquire a license
Website: http://www.state.mn.us/cgi-bin/portal/mn/jsp/home.

 

MISSOURI

State Board of Registration for Healting Arts
www.ecodev.state.mo.us/pr/

P.O. Box 4
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-0171 Phone
(573) 751-3166 Fax

License Fee: $450.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Completed applications are reviewed weekly if approved license is issued at that time. Any questionable application must go before Board which meets Jan Apr July and Oct
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: US Canada Pre Med School (Certified) Med School (Certified) International: Must submit original (with school seal affixed) for pe med & med schools. These documents will be returned to the doc
Training: US Canada - 1 year International - 3 years in the same specialty IN USA Canadian training accepted if Canadian Med School.
Verifications: All state licenses Licensure exam Scores: (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME or State, or LMCC) Federation History Report: All applicants are required to furnish National Practitioners Data Bank Hospital Affiliations (past 5 years) International: Applicants must furnish a notarized copy of proof of eligibility to practice medicine in the ccountry where he/she graduated from medical school. All documents not in English must be translated from the international language. The Brd requires you to furnish an ORIGINAL, official, word for word translation along with a NOTARIZED TRUE COPY of the translation. The translator: a) must certify that the documentation is a true translation to the best of his/her knowledge; that he/she is fluent in the language, and is qualify to translate. b)sign the translation and his/her signature must be certified by a Notary Public) Print his/her name and title under the signature. D) Translate on official letterhead.
Documentation: Photo no larger than 3" x 5" International grad must furnish copy of the official med school diploma no larger that 8 1/2" x 11" (notarized as a true copy) ECFMG Certificate: Internationals must furnish a notarized true copy Post Grad reference forms sent to all training prgram directors. (International applicants need only verification in US and Canada) Only Brd forms may be used. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. Notarized proof of any name change.
Recruiter Can Order Application
Time: Allow 10 - 12 weeks to acquire a license after receipt of completed application by the board QUOTING 60 DAYS after all docs in.
Website: http://www.pr.mo.gov/healingarts.asp

 

MISSISSIPPI

State Board of Medical Licensure

2688D Insurance Center Drive
Jackson, MS 39216
(601) 987-3079 Phone

License Fee: $400.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Every other month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Yes
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pe Med School & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad - 1 year International Med Grad - 3 years of approved training and valid ECFMG
Verifications: All state Licences Licensure exam scores (FLEX, SPEX, NMBE, USLME or State Hospital Affiliations: All ever held References: from 2 physicians National Practitioner data Bank If licensed of the Med Council of Canada, must obtain Certificate of Good Standing
Documentation: Med School Diploma Residency Cert Speicality Brd Cert Photo (wallet, size, passport) Internship Cert Fellowship Cert ECFMG Cert Birth Cert (certified)
Interviews or Exams: All candidates required to have interview in Brd Office. Inteviews held monthly
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow min of 12 - 14 weeks to acquire a license after date a completed application is received by the Brd
Website: http://www.msbml.state.ms.us/

 

MONTANA

Board of Medical Examiners
P.O. Box 200513

111 Noth Jackson
Helena,, MT 59620-0513
(406) 444-4284 Phone

License Fee: $200.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Jan Mar, May July Sept & Nov
Ten Year Rule in Effect? does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US Canada Grad - approved schools of medicine and 1 year PGT in accredited prog fMGs /certfied by ECFMG & 36 months of approved PG training 5th Pathway for US citizens only
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NMBE, USMLE, State Board-except Florida exam) 3. Medical School (Page 6 of aplication. Copy of page 6 & 7 will suffice). 4. DEA form 5. National Practioner Data Bank query
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany the application 1. Medical school diploma(s) 2. All PG cert 3. Certified translations if not in English 4. (2) Photos (2" x 4" - in that area) Black & White 5. ECFMG Cert & 5th Pathway certificate (if applicable) 6. Birth Certificate 7. Specialty board certificate 8. Copy of each state license(s) (active/inactive) 9. Current DEA certificate 10. Cover letter. Brief outline of plans to practice in their state.
Interviews or Exams: All FMG's require interviews. If temp is requested, one week notice, so that application file can be routed to board member
Status Check: Brd very cooperative
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 12 weeks to acquire license from the time aplication is at the Board
Website: http://mt.gov/dli/bsd/license/bsd_boards/med_board

 

NBME

Request for Endorsement of NBME Certification

3750 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA, NBME 19104-3190
(215) 590-9500 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application

NORTH CAROLINA

North Carolina Medical Board
1201 Front Street (zip 27609)
Joy D. Cooke, Director of Licensing

P.O. Box 20007
Raleigh, NC 27619
(919) 828-1212 Phone
(919) 828-1295 Fax

License Fee: $250.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: JAN, MAR, MAY, JUL, SEP, NOV. All data, including IV, must be in 15 days prior to board meeting.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? YES
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: NO. If attended <4 yrs medical school, transcript is required.
Training: US / CANADA. 1 yr. IMG - 3 yrs of approved training.
Verifications: All State Licenses Licensure Exam: (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, or STATE) Letter of good standing: if member of a state or couny medical society References: from 3 docs, 2 from docs, and 1 from someone who knows them for 10 yrs. Not identical in content, and not from a relative. Addressed to Bryan D Paris, JR. Executive Secretary, Board of Medical Examiners of the State of NC.
Documentation: Photo: to be sent to medical school for certification (2.5" X 3.25). ECFMG Certificate: IMG Grads Post Grad Certificates: International grads: certs verifyiing 3 yrs US Grads: Certs verifying 1 yr. Specialty board certificate.
Interviews or Exams: Must meet a board member, and they present you to the board at next meeting. After interview, can get a temp license.
Status Check: Dr. Only, 9-12am
Recruiter Can Order Application
Controlled Substance: NO
Time: Minimum 5-8 Weeks after completed application recvd by board. Board Meets Bi-Monthly
Website: http://www.ncmedboard.org/

 

NEW ENGLAND

Professional and Occupational Licensing Division

P.O. Box 95007
Lincoln, NE 68509-5007
(402) 471-2118 Phone

License Fee: $201.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Every two months to consider applicants for licensure
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Not required
Training: US Canada Successful completion of 1 yr PGT in AMA approve training Foreign Grad - Successful completion 3 yrs PGT in US Fifth pathway - Yes
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held (active or inactive) 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) 3. Med School, internship, residency, fellowship
Documentation: 1. Med School Diloma(s) 2. Internship Cert 3. Residency Cert 4. Fellowship Cert 5. Photo requested (optional) 6. 2 Recommendation letters 7. ECFMG certificate (if applicable) 8. Official translation of documents not in English Documentation Locum Tenens 1, Letter of need from Doctor of Hospital (Board must approve need) 2. Copy of current license in mother state 3. Completed application
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 4-6 weeks to acquire licensure from the time completed application and supporting documents are received by the Board
Website: http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/lis/lisindex.htm

 

NEW HAMPSHIRE

State Board of Medicine

2 Industrial Park Drive
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-1203 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License Available
Ten Year Rule in Effect? NO
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: (Permanent license only) Medical School
Training: The following information pertains to 100 days locum license ONLY Successful completion of 2 years PGT
Verifications: The following information pertains to 100 days locum license ONLY 1. State license letter from the state physician is curently practicing stating license is current and in good standing (just one state) 2. A letter from the place ofpractice in NH stating the name of the locum tenens physician and the dates he/she will be practicing 3. A letter from the locum tenen phsician stating that he/she has accepted the position and the dates in which he/she will be practicing.
Documentation: If you did not complete specified amount of time applied for and would like to preserve the time left to use at another location you must: 1. Apply for another LT license as stated above AND 2. Have letter sent from LT assignment not comleted, verifying actural dates worked. The actual LT license will be mailed to the location of specified assignment
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 8-10 weeks to acquire licensure and 2-3 weeks for locum tenen after receipt of completed applaication
Website: http://www.nh.gov/medicine/

 

NEW JERSEY

Board of Medical Examiners

140 East Front Street, Second Floor
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 292-4843 Phone

License Fee: $325.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: None mentioned
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre-med school & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad successful completion of a 1 year approved prog Foreign Grad - require successful comletion of 3 years training in approved prog Fifth Pathway require successful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical traning in a "5th Pathway" prog under the directionof a medical school in the US
Verifications: 1. Medical Education 2. PGT every training ever participated 3. State licensure of every state license ever held 4. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) 5. Hospital affiliations for the past 5 years 6. Employment all non-hospital employment for past 5 years 7. AMA Physician Profile 8. Malpractice Certification from every insurance carrier that provided coverage for past 5 years 9. Military Service from every branch of service ever held 10. ECFMG direct from agency 11. Clinical Education - (FMG's) list of clinical rotations
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Medical school diploma(s) FMG's only (notarized) 2. ECFMG Certificate 3. Fifth Pathway Certfcate 4. Birth Certificate (notarized) 5. C.V. (include month & years) Label all periods of unemployment 6. Name Change notarized copy of legal document 7. Freign Nationals educated in their own country must submit notarized copy of their license to practice medicine in that country. With approved Engish translation 8. (4) passport size photos signed, dated, & notarized
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 3-6 months to acquire licensure from date of receipt of completed application
Website: http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/medical.htm

 

NEW MEXICO

Board of Medical Examiners
491 Old Santa Fe Trail

Lamy Building, Second Floor
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(800) 945-5845 Phone

License Fee: $350.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: May and Dec only. Applicant must have everything in before March and Sept to meet deadline. Applicant can obtain interim permit till next meeting.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Medical School
Training: US Canadian Grad - 1 year PGT in accreditted Prog FMG's - Certified by ECFMG nd licensed in another jurisdiction by exam, 2 years PGT in an accredited prog
Verifications: 1. Verification from every state license (active or inactive) ever held with photo attached 2 1/4" x 3" to each form 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBMLE, State Brd). 3. Medical School (application needs to be sent to school). 4. Hospital affiliation form (for last 5years) 5. DEA form 6. AMA form 7. (2) letters attesting moral character (letters from partners, associates or members of group practices NOT acceptable) or County Medical Society Certification.
Documentation: Special affidavit must be on back of all documentation 1. Medical Diploma 2. All PG certificates 3. Fignterprint card 4. DD-214 (military discharge certificate/papers). 5. ECFMG certificate if applicable 6. Photos (2) Passport size (attached to application)
Interviews or Exams: Two mandatory interviews. At the 1st interview applicant must bring ORIGINAL medical diploma, all PG cert. State license (wall cert) marriage cert. (if name is different on diplomas) and ECFMG Cert. Brd will issue interim permit at interview. Applicant is required to attend 2nd interview after 1 1/2 - 2 months for permament license. Applicant will receive Controlled Substance Registration application after the 1st interview.
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 7-8 wks to acquire interim permit while awaiting board meeting
Website: http://www.state.nm.us/nmbme/

 

NEVADA

 

NEW YORK

Division of Professional Education
Medical Processing Unit
http://www.nysed.gov

Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
(518) 474-3817 Phone

License Fee: $465.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Applications not required to go before board
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Medical School and Pre professional education transcripts required
Training: US Canadian Grads - 1 year in AMA approved training Foreign Grads - 3 years PGT hospital training in an approved residency prog
Verifications: 1. Form to be sent to the Med School. FMG's also have form to certify clinical training 2. Verification of PGT 3. ECFMG form 4. State verifications 5. Scores from licensure exams 6. Passport size photo
Interviews or Exams: not required
Status Check: May inquire about 4 wks
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Three - six months. If the doc has malpractice that causes the application to go to the Legal Dept, there is no way to determine the length of time
Website: http://www.op.nysed.gov/

 

OHIO

State Medical Board of Ohio

77 S High Street 17th Floor
Columbus, OH 43266-0315
(614) 466-3934 Phone

License Fee: $325.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Once per month. Applications of Docs who have taken NBME presented at meeting. FLEX or STATE BOARD Applications go out on poll to board members.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? NO
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Not Required
Training: US / CANADIAN GRADS - 2 years PGT in AMA approved training. IMGs - 2 years PGT in approved US or Candadian programs
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license 2. Licensure exam scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Board) 3. PGT Form 4. 2 Recommendation letters
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Medical School Diploma, Notarized 2. Photographs - 2 color only stapled to recommendation form 3. Official translation of documents not in English
Status Check: Doctor ONLY
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Controlled Substance: NO
Time: Usually 10-12 weeks. FMGs cannot be licensed in thei short time preiod. It may take much longer to license.
Website: http://med.ohio.gov/

 

OKLAHOMA

 

OREGON

Board of Medical Examiners

1500 Southwest First Avenue, Suite 620
Portland, OR 97201-5826
(503) 229-5770 Phone

License Fee: $270.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Jan Apr July Oct Applicant must meet deadline dates.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? SPEX required
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre Medical and Medical School
Training: US Canada Grad - approved schools of medicine and 1 year PGT in accredited prog FMG's - Certified by ECFMG & 12 month postgrad training/5th Pathway. If school is not aproved by the Board must have 36 months of approved PGT
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held w/photo to each form 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, NBME, USMLE, STATE - certain states only) 3. Medical school form w/Dean's letter of recommendation & photo 4. All PG training w/photo attached to each form 5. ECFMG form 6. AMA (send request letter) 7. Federation form 8. Hospital Affiliation/Employment forms (during last 10 years) 9. Locum Tenens form (need not be verified if less than 1 month)
Documentation: Copies of the following docments should accompany the application: 1. Medical school diploma(s) 2. All PG certificate(s) 3. Certified translations, if not in English 4. Photo(not larger than 2" x 3") 5. ECFMG certificate or 5th Pathway (if applicable) 6. AMA (send request letter) 7. Federation form 8. Hospital Affiliation/Employment forms (during last 10 years) 9. Locum Tenens form (need not be verified if less than 1 month) Copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Medical school diploma(s) 2, All PG certificate(s) 3. Certified translations, if not in English 4. Photo (not larger than 2" x 3") 5. ECFMG certificate or 5th Pathway (if applicable) 6. Official Birth Certificate 7. Proof of name change (if aplicable). 8. Specialty board certificate or recertification 9. DD-214 (military discharge papers)
Interviews or Exams: Required. SPEX
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 4-5 weeks to acquire license Limited License, Special. Good until next board mtg. Takes 8-9 weeks for other applicants with disciplinary. If malpractice or disciplinary history, it many take an additional 2-3 months to acquire license (not eligib
Website: http://www.bme.state.or.us/

 

PENNSYLVANIA

 

RHODE ISLAND

State Board of Licensure & Discipline
Cannon Building, Room 205

Three Capitol Place
Providence, RI 02908-5097
(401) 277-3855 Phone

License Fee: $350.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: First Wed of every month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Yes
Training: 1. US Canadian Grad - approved medical school and 1 year PGT 2. Foreign Grad: Approved Med School and 3 years PGT
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive ever held 2. Licensure exam score
Documentation: 1. Letter sent directly from undrgraduate school verifying completion of courses or a copy of transcripts 2. Medical school transcripts 3. Board forms for internship and residency 4. Notarized coy of Birth Certificate or Passport 5. Three letter of reference (two from physicians and one from residency program director) 6. Data Bank 7. ECFMG Certificate (if applicable) 8. Fingerprints (if name is different from document) 9. Marriage or divorce certificate/proof of name change
Interviews or Exams: All applicants must have inteviews (doctors contact Board)
Status Check: Board Cooperative
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: 6-8 weeks to acquire license
Website: http://www.health.ri.gov/hsr/bmld/

 

SOUTH CAROLINA

South Carolina Dept of Labor, Licensing, and Regulations. Board of Medical Examiners

PO Box 11289
Columbia, SC 29211-1289
(803) 896-4500 Phone
(803) 896-4515 Fax

License Fee: $500.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Quarterly, Jan May June and Oct
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Yes
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: No -US Canadian Grad; Yes - Foreign Grad
Training: 1. Graduation from approved med school in US/Canada 2. Graduation from a med school outside the US/Canada with documentation that applicant meets all requirements for medical licensure and practice where school is located. Grad of foreign med schools must have a permanent ECFMG Certificate 3. One Year PGT for US/Canadian grads 4. Three years PGT for foreign grads
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure exam score 3. Med School form directy from medical school 4. Photo
Documentation: 1. All applicants must furnish certificates of PGT and American Specialty Board certificate 2. Foreign grads - copies of Med diploma with translation, med school transcripts forwarded by medical school, all PGTcertificates and licenses, C.V. and ECFMG Certificate.
Interviews or Exams: US Canadian grads must appear before individual Brd member or full Brd for interview if there has been a "problem" with application or review by the Brd. Must present original medical school diploma, PGT Certificate and original copy of all state licenses Foreign Med Grads must appear before full Brd & must present a perm ECFMG certificate, original med school diploma and all certificates of PGT & original of all previous licenses
Status Check: Brd Cooperative
Recruiter Can Order Application
Controlled Substance: SC DHEC req'd
Time: Min of 6-8 weeks to acquire license
Website: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/medical/

 

SOUTH DAKOTA

State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners

1323 South Minnesota Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 336-1965 Phone

License Fee: $200.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: March, june, Sept & Nov. Only aplicants with problems are required to have full Board review. All others present credentials to one Board member.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? None
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Training: US Canadian Grads Requires 2 years PGT, unless the applicant holds a currently valid license obtained prior to July 1, 1987 and has successfully comleted one year of PGT prior to July 1, 1987 Foreign Born & Trained Applicants - Entering PGTas of July 1, 1987 must have completed an approved Residency program in its entirety. Applicants who are licensed in the US/Canada who completed PGT prior to July 1, 1987 must complete 1 year of an approved program.
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state or provincial license (active or inactive) ever held. Currently active license from the state or province which the applicant is using for reciprocity. (copy of this license) 2. Verification of all post grad training and work experience subsequent to med school 3. All exams taken
Documentation: 1. Med School diploma 2. ECFMG Certificate 3. Post Grad Certification 4. If not a US citizen "Declaration of Intention to become US citizen". Foreign born must present US Citizenship papers. 5. Three photos
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Board estimates it take 60 days for everything to be completed
Website: http://www.state.sd.us/doh/medical/

 

SPEX

Examination and Board History Report Form

400 Fuller Wiser Road, Suite 300
Euless, TX, SPEX 76039-3855
(817) 571-2949 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application

 

TENNESSEE

State Board of Medical Examiners

283 Plus Park Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37247-1010
(800) 778-4123 Phone

License Fee: $235.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: once a month (usually around the 15th - 19th) to consider applicants for licensure
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre med school & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grad - successful completion of a 1 year approved prog. Foreign Grad require successful completion of three years training in approved program. Fifth Pathway - require successful completion of program in a school approved by LCME. Enrollment in that medical prog prior to July 1, 1982. US Citizenship at time of enrollment.
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) 3. References from two other licensed physicians & one from the director of each Residency program completed 4. Residency - part iv of application completed by each program 5. Internship - part iv of application completed by each program 6. Federation of State Medicl Boards History Report
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following douments must accompany the application 1. ECFMG Certificate 2. Fifth Pathway Certificate 3. Birth Certificate, Naturalization, or current Visa status 4. (1) notarized passport size photo attached to application Official translations for foreign documents
Status Check: Will accept phone calls from the appli or spouse
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 8 - 12 weeks to acquire licensure. All supporting documents must be received by the board within 60 days after the initialdeficiency letter. Files not complete within 60 days will be closed. You will have to reapply. (includes fees and
Website: http://www2.state.tn.us/health/boards/me/index.htm

 

TEXAS

Texas State Board of Medical Examiners
http://www.tsbme.state.tx.us

PO Box 2018
Austin, TX 78768-2018
(512) 305-7030 Phone

License Fee: $800.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: 4 times a year to consider applicants for licensure. Feb June August & Dec
Ten Year Rule in Effect? applies (SPEX required)
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Pre Med school & Med School
Training: US Canadian Grads - successful completion of a 1year approved prog Foreign Grads - require successful completion of 3 years training in approved program 5th Pathway - require successful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical training in a 5th Pathway prog under the direction of a med school in the US
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBLME, or State) 3. Hospital Affiliations for the past 10 years 4. References - from two ther licensed docs 5. AMA Physician Profile 6. Federation of State Medical Boards History Report 7. National Practitioner Data Bank report of action 8. Official Fingerprint card
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School Diploma 2. Internship Cert 3. Residency Cert 4. Fellowship Cert 5. ECFMG Cert 6. Specialty Board Cert 7. 5th Pathway Cert 8. Birth Cert as well as (2) photos & official translations for foreign documents.
Interviews or Exams: Texas State Jurisprudence Exam required for all applicants
Status Check: only from applicant
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 8 -12 weeks to acquire licensure Trying to streamline. 4-6 mos for US or canadian docs. BUT, it is taking a shorter time if case is easy. Ex. Doctors china trained are longest - translation of transcripts, as well as problems dealing wi
Website: http://www.tsbme.state.tx.us/

 

UTAH

Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing

P.O. Box 45805
Salt Lake City, UT 84045
(801) 530-6628 Phone

License Fee: $130.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Second Wed of every month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? SPEX required
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Med School
Training: US Canadian Grads - 1 year PGT in approved sch of medicine FMG's - Certified by ECFMG or 5th Pathway licensed in another jurisdiction by examinination, 1 year in an accredited PGT prog.
Verifications: 1. Verification from every state license (active or inactive) ever held. Form 2. Licensure Exan Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NEME, USMLE, State Board) 3. Med School (request transcripts) 4. PGT (all) (request a verification from each facility) 5. AMA form 6. Federation form 7. (2) references (from the application page 6)
Documentation: 1. Certified birth certificate 2. Certified translation if not in English 3. Photo (at least 2" x 2" ) 4. Affidavit & release authorization
Interviews or Exams: Interview required for FMG's. SPEX - 10 year rule
Status Check: Brd Coop Call after appl. At Brd 2 weeks
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 4-5 weeks for US-Canadian grads. Approximately 7-8 weeks for FMG's.
Website: http://www.dopl.utah.gov/

 

VIRGINIA

Department of Health Professions
Physician Licensure

6606 West Broad Street, Fourth Floor
Richmond, VA 23230-1717
(804) 662-9908 Phone

License Fee: $800.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: Once a month to consider applicants for licensure (around the 1st)
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: Med School (all applicants)
Training: US Canadian Grads: successful completion of a 1 year approved program Foreign Grads: successful completion of (3) years training in an approved program 5th Pathway: require successful completion of 1 year of supervised clinical training in a 5th Pathway Program under the direction of a med school in the US Fellowships: verification required if applicable
Verifications: 1. Med school (application for AMG's must be sent to school for certification 2. State licensure of every state license ever held 3. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) 4. Hospital affiliations for the past 10 years 5. FMG'S Verification of ECFMG 6. FMG's natarized copy of med school diploma 7. AMA Physician Profile 8. Federation of State Med Boards History Report 9. Photo current (within 6 months) full passport size 10. Thumbprint - right thumb on application 11. Notarized copy of military discharge papers if applicable All foreign documents must be accompanied by official English translations
Status Check: Allow 3 wks after receipt of comp application
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow min 4-6 weeks to acquire licensure
Website: http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/medicine/

 

VERMONT

Board of Medical Practices

109 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05609-1106
(802) 657-4220 Phone

License Fee: $190.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: Once a month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? None
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US Canadian Grads - Successful completion of a 1 year PGT in AMA approved training Foreign Grads - Successful completion of 3 years PGT in approved training program 5th Pathway - accepted
Verifications: 1. State licensure of every state license ever held (active or inactive) 2. Licensure Exam Scores 3. Med School form 4. PGT form 5. AMA profile form 6. FSMB inquiry form
Documentation: 1. Notarized copy of Birth Certificate 2. Notarized copy of Med School Diploma 3. Notarized copy of Specialty Board Certificate, if applicable 4. Notarized copy of Post Grad Certificates 5. Three letters of recommendation (one from Chief of Service and two from physicians who have recently worked with the applicant) 6. Notarized copy of ECFMG Certificate if applicable A copy of the original document and English translation is required where applicable All documents must be 8 1/2 x 11 inches
Interviews or Exams: As soon as all items have been received by the Board, applicant is provided with the name, address and telephone number of the Med Board member to be contacted for the personal interview. If Board deems necessary, a medical exam may be requested
Status Check: Brd req ck be made on status application
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 6-10 weeks to acquire licensure after receipt of completed application, longer for foreign grads.
Website: http://www.healthyvermonters.info/bmp/bmp.shtml

 

WASHINGTON

Department of Professional Licensing
Osteopathic Division

1300 SE Quince Street
Olympia, WA 98504-7866
(360) 753-2844 Phone

License Fee: $0.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Ten Year Rule in Effect? NO
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Website: https://wws2.wa.gov/doh/hpqa-licensing/HPS7/Osteop
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Medical Examining Board

P.O. Box 47866
Olympia, WA 98504-7866
(360) 236-4700 Phone
(360) 236-4818 Fax

License Fee: $325.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: May and Nov only. Applicant must have everything in before March and September to meet deadline. Applicant can obtain interim permit till next meeting.
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med School
Training: US Canadian Grads: 2 years PGT (after 7/85) and 1 year prior to 7/85 in an accredited prog FMG's: Certified by ECFMG and licensed in another jurisdiction by examination. 2 years PGT (after 7/85) or 1 year prior to 7/85 in an accredited prog
Verifications: 1. Verification from every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Board - except Florida and Hawaii). 3. All Postgraduate training form 4. 5. Locum Tenens (30 days or longer, from agency). 6. Hospital Affiliation form (for last 5 years) 7. Federation form 8. AMA form 9. ECFMG verification
Documentation: 1. Malpractice information 2. Certified translations, if not in English (transcripts and verifications). 3. Photo passport size (attached to application)
Interviews or Exams: None
Status Check: Brd Coop sends status to appl. Inquiry 3 wks
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 8-12 weeks to acquire license
Website: https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/hpqa1/hps5/Medical/def

 

WISCONSIN

Department of Reg & Licensing Medical Examining Board

P.O. Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708
(608) 266-5432 Phone

License Fee: $68.00
Temporary License NOT Available
Board Meets: 3rd Thursday of every month. Licensing done twice a month
Ten Year Rule in Effect? No
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: Med School
Training: US Canadian Grads: 1 year PGT Foreign Grads: 1 year PGT
Verifications: 1. All state licenses, active or inactive 2. Licensure Exam Scores taken (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USLME, or State) FLEX prior to 1985 must be all 3 days one sitting weighted avg. of 75% in both components. State Board prior to 1972. 3. 4. AMA Physician Profile 5. Federation of State Medical Boards History Report 6. National Practitioner Data Bank report
Documentation: Copies of the following documents should accompany application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2.. Internship Certificates 3. ECFMG Certificates (notarized) 4. Residency Certificates 5. Copies of malpractice suit. Court documents with allegation and disposition Photo - one recent Official translation of documents not in English
Interviews or Exams: Some applicants are required to have an interview and oral exam the day before the regularly scheduled board meetings. Fee is $140 The following applicants must appear for an interview: 1. History of drug abuse 2. History of psychological impairment 3. Disciplined or denied licensure by a licensing or regulatory agency 4. Found negligent in the practice of medicine 5. Convicted of a crime substantially related to the practice of medicine 6. Lost, had reduced or suspended hospital privileges, or failed to maintain hosp. Priv. During the period of licensure followin post-graduate training 7. Graduated from a medical school not approved by the Board.
Status Check: Will not accept calls until after Brd Mtg
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow a min of 6-10 weeks to acquire licensure after board receives the application
Website: http://drl.wi.gov/index.htm

 

WEST VIRGINIA

Board of Medicine

101 Dee Drive
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 558-2921 Phone

License Fee: $200.00
Temporary License Available
Ten Year Rule in Effect? None
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates Required
Verifications: 1. Verification of every state license (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure exam scores (FLEX, SPEX, NBME, USMLE, State Boards) 3. Med School (for permanent) 4. AMA 5. Data Bank If application is for LT copy of certificate will meet requirements
Documentation: 1. Photo 2. Medical School Certificate 3. PGT Certificate giving beginning and ending dates 4. If Boarded, copy of this Certificate 5. ECFMG if applicable 6. (Board Form) Statement from another doctor attesting to applicant's character 7. A copy of a Brth Certificate, passport or Baptismal record 8. Copy of marriage license, divorce decree or court order if name on above mentioned documents is different from name now being used 9. All documents must be translated into English 10. If applying LT need copy of current license in another State showing expiration date CME Requirement: 50 hours of approved credits satisfactory to the Board from the preceding two years
Interviews or Exams: 1. Interviews with a Board member are required of all applicants 2. At the time of interview applicant must present: a. Original Medical school diploma (with translation if necessary) b. Original certificate of one or three year postgrad training in the US c. Evidence of courrent license in another State showing expiration date d. Original valid ECFMG certificate or evidence of receipt of a passing score on the ECFMG examination if there was 5th Pathway
Status Check: Status Rpt only to Doc
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: 6-8 weeks to acquire license
Website: http://www.wvdhhr.org/wvbom/

 

WYOMING

Board of Medicine
Barrett Building, Second Floor

211 West 19th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002
(307) 778-7053 Phone

License Fee: $250.00
Temporary License Available
Board Meets: First Mon each month in Feb, June, October Application and supporting documentation must be in 1 month before meeting
Ten Year Rule in Effect? Does not apply, no time limit
Fifth Pathway for International Graduates NOT Required
Transcripts: None
Training: US Canadian Grads: approved schools of medicine and 1 year PGT in accredited program FMG Grads: Certified by ECFMG and 2 years PGT in an acredited program Completion of FLEX with a minimum score of 75
Verifications: 1. Verification of every Statelicense (active or inactive) ever held 2. Licensure Exam Scores (FLEX, NBME, USMLE, State) 3. Medical education form 4. (3) letters of recommendation (must be on letterhead, addressed to the board and currently dated.
Documentation: Notarized copies of the following documents should accompany the application: 1. Med School diploma(s) 2. All postgrad certificate(s) 3. Board certification (if applicable). Certified translations if not in English 4. Photo (not larger that 2 1/2" x 3"
Interviews or Exams: Interview required
Status Check: Cooperative Can ck after appl. Has been at the Brd
Recruiter Can NOT Order Application
Time: Allow 4-6 weeks to acquire a temp license, but must be approved by the Boad. Temporary is good up to 180 days or until next Board meeting. Takes approximately 7-8 weeks for a permanent licensure.
Website: http://wyomedboard.state.wy.us/