The medical licensing process can be tedious, especially since applications and requirements can vary per state.
If you’re about to apply for a Missouri medical board license or move to this state, learn the licensing process and requirements to start your medical practice.
Key Takeaways
- Missouri medical license requirements include transcripts, exam scores, and verification of licensure.
- Applications must be mailed; processing takes 4-6 weeks, longer during peak months.
- License renewal requires 50 CME hours and expires January 31 every two years.
- Missouri physician license fee is $82; renewal fee is $107 for permanent physicians.
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How to Register for a Missouri Medical License
Follow these three steps to get your medical license in Missouri.
1. Accomplish All Missouri Medical Licensure Requirements
Here are the necessary documents and requirements that physicians must complete:
- Document to prove a name change, if applicable (e.g., marriage certificate, court order, naturalization certificate, etc).
- Official transcript of your pre-medical or undergraduate program
- Official medical program transcript
- A copy of your medical diploma
- Official examination scores from USMLE/FLEX, NBME, NBOME/COMPLEX-USA, State Board Examination, or LMCC
- License Application Form
- Postgraduate Reference Form
- Verification of Licensure if you held a license from another state or country
- Hospital Affiliation Form
- A 3 ½” x 5” photograph, attached to the application form
You may need to provide more supporting documents depending on your responses to the Personal History section of the application form, or if you’re an international graduate.
Note that physician assistants have slightly different requirements. Read the instructions in your form carefully to avoid mistakes or missing documents.
You can find the application forms and other requirements per profession on the Missouri Division of Professional Registration website.
2. Submit All Documents and Fee
You must mail your application, documents, and license fee to:
Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
P.O. Box 4, Jefferson City, MO 65102
The Board doesn’t accept applications via email or fax.
The application process can take around four to six weeks. There’s a high volume of applications from March to July, so expect the licensing process to take more time during this period.
3. Wait for the Board to Process Your License
You’ll get an email confirming the receipt of your application and fee. After processing your application, you’ll receive another email with a PIN to check your application status online.
The application status will show if you lack any documents or require clarification. After submitting supporting documents, the Board will review them within two to four weeks or more.
You’ll be notified if your file requires discussion or if the Chair of the Licensure Committee requests your appearance.
If there are no missing files or supporting documents needed for your application, you’ll receive an email notification that your license is ready and a hard copy of your license via mail.
How to Renew Your Missouri Medical License
All physician and physician assistant licenses expire on January 31. You’ll receive notice of your license renewal on or before December 1 via mail to your last known address. Failure to renew your license prohibits you from practicing in Missouri.
The Board requires physicians to complete 50 hours of continuing medical education (CME) every two years of the Board cycle (begins in the even-numbered years).
You can apply for your renewal application on the Board’s website.
How Much Does a Missouri Medical License Cost?
The fee for a physician license in Missouri is $82, while a physician assistant license costs $28. Meanwhile, the renewal fee for permanent physicians is $107, while physician assistants still pay $28.
The Missouri State Board only accepts checks. You can’t pay via credit or debit card. Specific payment information will be in your application form.
Get Medical Licensing Assistance Today!
Getting your medical license can take hours of your time and effort due to the tedious process.
If you find it challenging or tiresome to complete your licensure application, you can work with medical licensing consultants to guide and assist you, ensuring an efficient and hassle-free process for you.
If you want to learn more, feel free to connect with Physician Thrive’s Consultants to get expert guidance on medical licensing to kickstart your medical career.
