The Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (MSBML) oversees all aspects of medical licensure in Mississippi. Select a topic below to find information, requirements, and applications for your licensing needs.
Jump to: MD/DO Licensure | Other License Types | Renewals | Reinstatements | Certify to Another State | License Verification | CME Requirements | IMLC | Licensing Fees | Dispensing | APRN Collaboration | Competency Assessment Facilities
MD/DO Licensure
MSBML issues multiple types of medical and osteopathic physician licenses. Review the license types below to find the one that matches your situation, then apply through the Mississippi Enforcement and Licensure System (MELS).
View MD/DO Licensure ›Other License Types
MSBML issues licenses and permits for several health care professions in addition to physicians and osteopathic physicians. Select a license type below for requirements and application information.
View Other License Types ›Renewals
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure licenses must be renewed annually. The renewal process ensures licensees remain compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements necessary to maintain active licensure.
View Renewals ›Reinstatements
Any physician, osteopath, podiatrist, or physician assistant not practicing in Mississippi who allows his or her license to lapse by failing to renew the license for more than one year may be reinstated by the Board.
View Reinstatements ›Certify to Another State Medical Board
If you are a licensed Mississippi physician who needs to certify your license to another state medical board, MSBML uses VeriDoc to fulfill certification requests.
View Certify to Another State ›License Verification
MSBML offers several ways to verify a Mississippi medical license. Review the options below to find the one that fits your needs.
View License Verification ›CME Requirements
Continuing Medical Education (CME) is required for Mississippi-licensed physicians to maintain licensure. This page explains CME requirements, reporting methods, exemptions, compliance expectations, and governing regulations.
View CME Requirements ›Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
Mississippi is a proud member of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), a voluntary agreement among participating states that offers physicians a faster, streamlined pathway to licensure in multiple states.
View IMLC ›Licensing Fees
View current fees for initial licenses, annual renewals, reinstatements, verifications, and miscellaneous services including name changes and record copies.
View Licensing Fees ›Dispensing
Physicians who dispense medications directly to patients must register with MSBML and the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy. Review regulations and registration requirements.
View Dispensing ›APRN Collaboration
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in Mississippi must maintain collaborative or consultative agreements with physicians. Review agreement requirements and guidelines.
View APRN Collaboration ›Approved Competency Assessment Facilities
MSBML maintains a list of approved facilities for licensees who have been directed by the Board to complete a competency evaluation.
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