Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine requires 100 CME and 50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (AOA 1-A) every two years.
Massachusetts Topics Requirements
Massachusetts physicians must complete the following state-specific CME credits:
10 credits in Risk Management
3 credits in Pain Management (for those prescribing controlled substances)
2 credits per chapter for reviewing the Board’s Regulations (243 CMR 1.00-5.00)
One-Time Requirements:
2 credits in End-of-Life Issues
3 credits in Electronic Health Records (EHR) Proficiency
≥ 2 credits in Proper Use of Marijuana (for physicians certifying medical marijuana use)
Training on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
Training on Domestic and Sexual Violence
Training on Reporting Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect
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
3 credits in Pain Management (for physicians who prescribe controlled substances).
Fulfill your Opioid and Pain Management requirements with Baylor College of Medicine Clinician Resources.
Opioid and Pain Management
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