Physicians · Colorado · Continuing education
Colorado CME Requirements for Physicians (2026)
01 In short
- MD/DO30 hours every 2 years; renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Colorado MD/DO CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- ACCME-accredited programs qualifying for AMA PRA Category 1; AAFP prescribed credit; AOA Category 1-A; programs required to maintain national board certification (not self-claimed). No limit on online hours; topics self-selected
- Carryover
- Not allowed.
- New licensees
- CME requirement starts immediately upon initial licensure.
- Audits & records
- Do not submit documentation unless requested; keep CME records at least 4 years.
- Renew online
- apps2.colorado.gov ↗
Alternatives & exemptions. Board waiver for health or undue hardship (petition at least 3 months before expiry); if denied, renew once and document 60 hours by end of next period. Military exemption available.
Good to know. One board for MDs and DOs. Board Rule 1.29 (substance use disorder CE) was proposed for repeal under SB 26-138 at an Aug 27, 2026 hearing; outcome not confirmed, so not listed as a topic.
Source: dpo.colorado.gov · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Conferences in Colorado
05 Questions
Which CE courses count for physicians in Colorado?
ACCME-accredited programs qualifying for AMA PRA Category 1; AAFP prescribed credit; AOA Category 1-A; programs required to maintain national board certification (not self-claimed). No limit on online hours; topics self-selected.
How do I verify a physician license in Colorado?
Use the license lookup of the Colorado Medical Board (dpo.colorado.gov/Medical); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How many CE hours do physicians need in Colorado?
30 hours every 2 years.
How do physicians report CE in Colorado?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for physicians in Colorado?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).