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Apply for a Mississippi License

Apply for a Mississippi License

All applications are submitted online through MELS (Mississippi Enforcement and Licensure System). Find your license type below for application details.

MD or DO, PermanentFull practice in Mississippi

Apply for a permanent MD or DO license.

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MD or DO, AdministrativeNon-clinical or management roles only

Apply for an administrative MD or DO license.

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MD or DO, TemporaryPostgraduate training in Mississippi

For an ACGME- or AOA-approved postgraduate training program in Mississippi. Applications open three months before the program start date.

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Volunteer LicenseRetired or military MDs, DOs, and PAs serving indigent populations without compensation

For retired, or active-duty or retired military, physicians and physician assistants who wish to donate their expertise.

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Podiatry (DPM)Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Apply for a Podiatry (DPM) license.

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Physician Assistant (PA)Licensed PA practice under supervision

Master’s level education from an accredited program required.

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Radiologist Assistant (RA)Advanced radiology practice under supervision

Practice is under radiologist supervision.

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AcupuncturistLicensed acupuncture practice

A physician evaluation is required within six months of applying.

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Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO)Permit to operate limited x-ray equipment

Note: employees working in dental or chiropractic offices should apply to those professional boards instead.

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Mississippi Enforcement and Licensure System (MELS)

Manage Your License in MELS

Once you are licensed, MELS (Mississippi Enforcement and Licensure System) becomes your account hub. Current licensees use it to:

  • Submit a name change request
  • Print your wall certificate
  • Order an original wall certificate ($100 fee)
  • Print your wallet card
  • Report a surgical event
  • Add or modify collaboration information
  • View your approved collaborators
  • Register for Dispensing, Pain Practice, or Medical Cannabis
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