Informational only. Licensing rules change. Confirm current requirements with the state medical board before applying.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| MD board | Alabama Board of Medical Examiners |
| DO board | Same board as MD |
| Online application | [Application page](FSMB Uniform Application; complete Alabama post-submission link) |
| Renewal cycle | Annual; licenses expire December 31 (source) |
| Renewal timing | Renew beginning October 1; due December 31; grace period through January 31 with late fee (source) |
| Renewal fee | $300 (source) |
| CME per renewal cycle | 25 Category 1 or equivalent credits annually (calendar year) (source) |
| Temporary or expedited options | IMLC pathway; limited and special purpose licenses also offered (source) |
| Processing time published by the board | 2-3 weeks for application checklist update after submission; board advises applying six months ahead (source) |
| Interstate Medical Licensure Compact | participating SPL (IMLCC) |
Hiring timeline in Alabama
The board publishes a processing time of 2-3 weeks for application checklist update after submission; board advises applying six months ahead; build the start date around it.
With Alabama in the compact as participating SPL, a candidate licensed in another member state can apply through the IMLC instead of a full application to the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners.
Related Alabama pages
- CME requirements in Alabama
- Anesthesiologist salaries in Alabama
- Alabama state profile
- Accredited training programs
- Licensure hub and hiring workflow
Corrections: richard@doctorsinvestorclub.com.
