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0 of 40 hrs

Deadline: Every two years; Group 1 licenses expire January 31 in even-numbered years, Group 2 licenses expire January 31 in odd-numbered years

Required Every Renewal

Prevention of Medical Errors2 hrs

Periodic Requirements

Domestic Violence2 hrs

Required every third biennial cycle; can be included in the 38 general hours

Conditional Requirements

Prescribing Controlled Substances2 hrs

Required of all physicians registered with DEA

HIV/AIDSN/A

Required prior to first renewal only; board-approved course

General Hours

Elective courses of your choice

36 hrs

Board Notes

Total of 40 CME hours required per biennial cycle. The 38 general hours can include the Domestic Violence course when it is due. CME hours do not carry over across biennial cycles. First renewal only requires HIV/AIDS, Prevention of Medical Errors, and Prescribing Controlled Substances (for DEA-registered doctors). Background screening and fingerprint retention required for renewal. NICA compliance also required.

Accepted Accreditations

AMA Category I Continuing Medical EducationAMA Physician Recognition Award accepted coursesACGME accredited training programsAmerican College of Emergency Physicians Category IAmerican Academy of Family Physicians prescribed creditAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists cognatesSpecialty certification board study courses approved by the Board for recertificationAny state or federal government agency approved coursesNationally affiliated professional association approved coursesAMA Category I or II home study courses

CE courses from providers approved by these accreditors count toward your Florida Medical Doctors – Area Critical Need renewal requirements.

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Data last verified: May 10, 2026