Texas Medical License Requirements

Complete licensing guide for physician recruiters. Everything you need to know about obtaining and maintaining medical licenses in Texas.

IMLC Member State
Texas Medical Board
Application Fee
$908
Renewal Fee
$330/2 years
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
CME Hours
48/2 years

Key Requirements

  • LCME/AOA-accredited medical school graduation
  • USMLE/COMLEX completion
  • 1 year ACGME/AOA-approved training
  • Criminal background check
  • IMLC eligible for expedited processing

CME Requirements

48
Total Hours
2 years
Cycle Period

Special Requirements

  • 2 hours in ethics
  • 2 hours in opioid prescribing
  • 2 hours in human trafficking recognition
  • 1 hour in pain management for opioid abuse

Telemedicine Policy

Full Practice

Texas allows full telemedicine practice with a standard medical license.

Expedited Options

  • Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) available
  • Temporary license for physicians awaiting full license
  • Expedited processing for health professional shortage areas

Challenges for Recruiters

  • Large volume of applications can cause delays
  • Strict supervision requirements for APPs
  • Multiple regional health markets with different needs

Tips for Recruiters

  • 1
    Utilize IMLC for faster processing if eligible
  • 2
    Apply online through Texas.gov for fastest service
  • 3
    Verify all training dates match exactly across documents
  • 4
    Request physician profile registration early

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