Florida Board of Medicine - Licensing, Renewal, Resources, Meetings and Information

The Florida Board of Medicine plays a leading role in the ever-changing health care environment through dialogue with the public, the legislature, academia, and the community. The Board consists of seven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. Five members are licensed opticians and two members are laypersons. Despite the expiration of their term, Board members continue to serve until they have been replaced. The Department of Health's Division of Medical Quality Assurance serves as the principle administrative support unit for the Board. The Board is supported by a full-time professional staff based in Tallahassee, and its regulatory functions are funded in full by fees paid by its licensees. Board members are appointed by the Governor and subject to confirmation by the Senate. Unless filling a vacancy, members of the Board generally serve two four-year terms. Despite the expiration of a term, Board members can continue to serve until they have been either replaced or reappointed or serve the maximum of ten years as governed by s. 457.103, F.S. To learn more about becoming a member of the Board, visit the Governor’s Appointments Office website or email appointments@eog.myflorida.com. To learn more about the licensure process, select the type of license you wish to apply for from the list of professions on the Licensing Page. The Board has made every effort to include the information you need to apply or renew you license on this website. You can visit our Help Center, FAQs and Resources page for frequently asked questions, links, forms, applications and other helpful information. Licensees of the Florida Board of Medicine are required to renew their licenses biennially in order to maintain the right to practice. To learn more about the renewal process, select the type of license you wish to renew from the list of professions on the Renewals Page. Our Resources Page is a tool for accessing applications, forms, publications, statutes, rules and other important information. The Board meets bimonthly, generally on the first weekend of the month. The full Board meetings include disciplinary cases, licensure approvals, correspondence items, committee reports, policy discussion items and other necessary Board actions.

New Legislation Impacting Your Profession

Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2022 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.

Meningococcal Disease and Vaccines

The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in some areas of Florida.

Second Quarter Performance Report

Released for the
2021 – 2022 Fiscal Year

 

Healthier You is a one-stop shop for Floridians to access resources to promote a healthy lifestyle. Please click here for more information.

The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan Released for Fiscal Year 2020-21

The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2020-21
is now online.

NTSB Study on Drug Use Trends in Aviation

National Transportation Safety Board issues recommendations to states on prescribing controlled substances for pain and the dangers of operating a vehicle in any mode of transportation

Hepatitis A Public Health Emergency

Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.

Office Surgery Centers

Click here for information on the new registration requirements, practice standards for office surgery centers, and the new registration application.

Telehealth

Click here for information on the new law that sets standards of practice and authorizes out-of-state health care practitioners to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.

Alternative Treatment Options for Veterans

HB 501 (2019), created section 295.156, Florida Statutes, allowing alternative treatment options for veterans. Click here for information on alternative treatments & eligibility requirements.

REMINDER – Submit Statutorily Required Documentation to Board!

Medical Marijuana Use Registry fields for qualifying condition (k) do not comply with statutory and rule requirements. Submit form to board within 14-days of certification date.

Florida Public Health Advisory

Florida Department of Health issues Hepatitis a health advisory; encourages vaccination. Click here for more information.

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The Florida Board of Medicine was established to ensure that every physician practicing in this state meets minimum requirements for safe practice. The practice of medicine is a privilege granted by the state. The Florida Board of Medicine, through efficient and dedicated organization, will license, monitor, discipline, educate, and when appropriate, rehabilitate physicians and other practitioners to ensure their fitness and competence in the service of the people of Florida.

Upcoming Meeting

May

26

Probation Committee meeting
Telephone Conference Call @ 8:00am ET

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The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan Released for Fiscal Year 2020-21 flboardofmedicine.gov/latest-…

About 7 months ago

The Fourth Quarter Performance Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year has been published. The report can be viewed at http://www.floridahealt

About 8 months ago

The Third Quarter Performance Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year has been published. The report can be viewed at http://www.floridahealth

Last year

The Second Quarter Performance Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year has been published. The report can be viewed at floridahealth.gov/licensing-a…

About a year ago

Are you a licensed health care practitioner eligible to administer vaccines in Florida? Then you can volunteer to administer the #COVID19 vaccine in your community. To register, please visit ⬇️ merits.com/fdem-volunteer….

About a year ago

Announcing Quarter Performance Report 1 has been published! floridahealth.gov/licensing-a…

About a year ago

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