Arkansas CME Requirements
You will find a comprehensive selection of CME resources designed to meet the requirements for licensure, certification, and professional growth.
CME Requirements
The Arkansas State Medical Board requires 20 hours of CME annually with 50% of the AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ targeting the main area of practice. One of the 20 annual credits must be in the area prescribing opioids and/or benzodiazepines. Random audits are performed monthly.
If audited, certificates of CME completion are required to be submitted.
There is a one-time requirement of 3 hours in prescribing education within the first 2 years of licensure.
Arkansas Topics Requirements
State-specific requirements for Arkansas Physicians include:
≥ 1 credit in the Prescribing of Opioids and Benzodiazapines.
Deadline: Birth month (1 yr).
Find qualifying credits for your specialty:
*As state requirements may change over time, refer to your medical board prior to your license renewal date to verify updated requirements.
Opioid and Pain Management CME Credit
≥ 1 credit in the Prescribing of Opioids and Benzodiazapines.
Fulfill your Opioid and Pain Management requirements with Baylor College of Medicine Clinician Resources.
Opioid and Pain Management
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