Opioid and Pain Management CME
According to the Texas Medical Board, at least 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ must be in pain management and the prescription of opioids.
In 2023, a federal law went into effect for all DEA-licensed providers. Providers need to complete 8 hours of education related to opioid or other substance use disorders. Read the Training Letter issued by the DEA Diversion Control Division.
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Texas CME Rule Changes (2025–2026)
The Texas Medical Board reorganized mandated CME requirements:
Key Changes:
Opioid prescribing and human trafficking CME are no longer universal requirements
Only physicians in direct patient care must complete these courses
Timeline Requirements:
Opioid and Pain Management CME : Required only if first renewal occurs after Jan 1, 2021
Human trafficking CME: Required only if first renewal occurs after Sept 1, 2023
Source: ftp.texmed.org
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