CME Requirements

Colorado Medical Board mandates continuing education for all physicians.

Physicians (effective 2027 renewal cycle):

• 30 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ every two years (per HB24-1153)
• 2 hours of substance use disorder training required at each renewal

Physician Assistants:

• 100 total CE hours, including 50 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Colorado Topics Requirements

Audit Risk: The Colorado Medical Board may audit up to 5% of licensee renewals annually.

DEA Requirement: In addition to state requirements, a one-time 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders is required for all DEA-registered practitioners.