Physicians · Wyoming · Continuing education
Wyoming CME Requirements for Physicians (2026)
01 In short
- MD/DO60 hours every 3 years, including 1 h controlled substances prescribing (every 2 years); renewal by June 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Wyoming MD/DO CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 60hours
- Renewal cycle
- 3 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30
- Accepted credit
- Any combination of AMA-approved Category I or II CME; AOA-approved CME; current AMA PRA; current ABMS specialty board certificate (hours as the board considers equivalent); documented self-assessment/quality improvement activities; emeritus volunteer clinical service; Board consultant service (1 hour per 2 hours, max 20/yr)
- Renewal fee
- $155
- New licensees
- CME requirement does not apply to physicians who have held a Wyoming license for less than 3 years as of the renewal date.
- Audits & records
- Signed affidavit with each annual renewal; random audit of about 10% of active licensees, documents due within 45 days; keep CME records at least 4 years.
- Renew online
- wyomedboard.wyo.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled substances prescribingLicensees registered with the Board of Pharmacy to dispense a controlled substance; responsible prescribing of controlled substances or treatment of substance use disorders | 1 | every 2 years |
Alternatives & exemptions. Exempt: certified or recertified by an ABMS member board within the past 3 years; enrolled in an ACGME or RCPSC residency within the previous 3 years or currently.
Good to know. One board licenses MDs and DOs. Licenses renew every year by June 30 (grace period to Sept 30 with $100 surcharge); CME counted over the previous 3 years. Board posts rules as unofficial copies; official text on rules.wyo.gov.
Source: wyomedboard.wyo.gov · Wyoming Board of Medicine Rules, Chapter 3, Section 7; Chapter 1, Section 10; W.S. 33-26-202(b)(xiv) · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for physicians in Wyoming?
Any combination of AMA-approved Category I or II CME; AOA-approved CME; current AMA PRA; current ABMS specialty board certificate (hours as the board considers equivalent); documented self-assessment/quality improvement activities; emeritus volunteer clinical service; Board consultant service (1 hour per 2 hours, max 20/yr).
How do I verify a physician license in Wyoming?
Use the license lookup of the Wyoming Board of Medicine (wyomedboard.wyo.gov); 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 Wyoming?
60 hours every 3 years.
Which CE topics are mandatory for physicians in Wyoming?
Controlled substances prescribing — 1 h (every 2 years).
How much does a physician license renewal cost in Wyoming?
$155 per renewal, as listed by the board.
How do physicians report CE in Wyoming?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for physicians in Wyoming?
Licenses renew by June 30 (3 years cycle).