Arkansas Medical License Requirements

License Requirements

1. Medical School Verification & Official Transcripts
2. Examination Scores (USMLE or COMLEX)
3. Internship, Residency, and Fellowship Documentation
4. Hospital Privileges & Employment History
5. AMA or AOA Professional Profile
6. FSMB Board Action Report
7. One Physician Reference
8. Average Review Period: 3–4 months (may vary based on documentation completeness and verification speed).

Training & examination requirements

• FCVS Accepted for credential verification
• Maximum 3 attempts per USMLE Step or COMLEX Level
• Minimum 1 year postgraduate training (U.S. graduates)
• Minimum 3 years postgraduate training (International Medical Graduates)
• Exception for IMGs enrolled at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)
• No time limit to complete USMLE or COMLEX exams.

Arkansas Medical License Application Guide

Physician (MD/DO) Application Process

To apply for an Arkansas medical license, physicians must complete the official application through the State Medical Board. The application packet includes required forms, instructions, and submission guidelines.

Total Licensure Fee: $498

$399Application Fee

$99CCVS Assessment Fee

All required documents and verifications must be submitted for board review.

Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements

In addition to the standard application, Physician Assistants must submit:

PA Delegation Agreement request for Schedule II or Biologic Prescriptive Authority (if applicable)

Nursing License Application

Nurses must apply through the State Board of Nursing’s online Nurse Portal, which allows for:

Initial license applications license renewal

Updating personal or professional information

Arkansas Medical License Verification Guide

Physician & PA License Lookup

License verification for Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Radiologist Assistants is available through the Arkansas State Medical Board website.

You can search by:

• License number
• Practitioner’s last name
• License type
• Specialty
• Location

The online system provides current license status and public disciplinary information.

Nursing License Verification

Nursing licenses can be verified through the Arkansas State Board of Nursing website using the Nurse Portal. Searches can be completed by:

• License number
• Nurse’s name

Additionally, Nursys allows users to verify nursing license status in Arkansas and other participating states.

Arkansas Medical License Renewal Requirements

Healthcare professionals in Arkansas must renew their licenses every two years (biennially) by the last day of their birth month to maintain active status.

Physician & PA Renewal

MDs and DOs: $199 renewal fee

Physician Assistants (PAs): $99 renewal fee

Radiologist Assistants (RAs): $50 renewal fee

Continuing Medical Education (CME): Physicians and PAs must complete 20 hours of CME per renewal cycle

Timely renewal and completion of CME requirements are essential to avoid lapse in licensure.

Nursing License Renewal

Registered Nurses (RNs): $100

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs): $65

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): $90

Arkansas Telehealth Licensing Requirements

Healthcare professionals providing telehealth services in Arkansas must hold a valid and unrestricted Arkansas license or certification that matches their scope of practice. Compliance with all rules and regulations established by the applicable state licensing board is required.

Telehealth Guidelines

Full Arkansas Licensure Required for providers delivering telehealth services to patients located in the state.

Providers must follow all standards set by their respective Arkansas licensing or certification board.

Healthcare professionals licensed in another jurisdiction may provide occasional consultation services without full Arkansas licensure, subject to state limitations.

Arkansas Medical Licensing Support Services

Obtaining and maintaining an Arkansas medical license can be detailed and time-sensitive. From documentation requirements to renewal deadlines, the process requires precision and compliance with state regulations.

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• Initial Arkansas medical license applications
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Our experienced team understands Arkansas licensing requirements and ensures your application is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. We help reduce delays, manage supporting documents, and simplify the entire process so you can focus on delivering quality patient care. Partnering with a reliable medical licensing service helps streamline your Arkansas licensure journey and minimize administrative stress.