How many CME hours does Arizona require for physicians?

Arizona requires 40 / 2 yr of continuing medical education (A.R.S. §32-3248.02). 40 hrs AMA PRA Cat 1 every 2 yrs (MD board); AOA for DO board.

How is CME tracked in Arizona?

Arizona tracking: CE Broker. Board: Arizona Medical Board.

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Arizona CME Requirements for Physicians (2026)

Q: Does Arizona require opioid or controlled-substance CME?

Yes. 3 hrs per cycle — opioid-, SUD-, or addiction-related. Trigger: DEA registrants.

Everything the Arizona Medical Board requires — total hours, mandated topics, the opioid/controlled-substance rule, and how it's tracked. Last reviewed 2026-07-10.

Total CME40 / 2 yr

Renewal cycle2 years

TrackingCE Broker

CitationA.R.S. §32-3248.02

Board: Arizona Medical Board. General CME: 40 hrs AMA PRA Cat 1 every 2 yrs (MD board); AOA for DO board.

Opioid / controlled-substance CME in Arizona

3 hrs per cycle — opioid-, SUD-, or addiction-related. Trigger: DEA registrants.

✓ No board pre-approval gate: No board pre-approval — generic ACCME Cat 1 counts.

All mandated CME topics in Arizona

Topic	Hours	Timing	Applies to
Opioid / substance use disorder / addiction	3 hrs	per renewal	Schedule II / DEA prescribers

Notes

No other special-topic CME for MDs. DO: same +24hr AOA Cat 1-A distribution.

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This page summarizes A.R.S. §32-3248.02 and related board policy as of 2026-07-10 for physicians (MD/DO). It is educational information, not legal advice — always verify current requirements with the Arizona Medical Board before relying on them.