How many CME hours does Idaho require for physicians?

Idaho requires 40 / 2 yr (Cat 1) of continuing medical education (MATE Act (federal)). 40 hrs every 2 yrs.

Does Idaho require opioid or controlled-substance CME?

Idaho does not currently mandate a recurring opioid/controlled-substance CME topic for all physicians. No opioid-specific mandate. Federal MATE Act (8 hrs one-time) only.

How is CME tracked in Idaho?

Idaho tracking: CE Broker. Board: Idaho State Board of Medicine.

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Idaho CME Requirements for Physicians (2026)

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

Total CME40 / 2 yr (Cat 1)

Renewal cycle2 years

TrackingCE Broker

CitationMATE Act (federal)

Board: Idaho State Board of Medicine. General CME: 40 hrs every 2 yrs.

Opioid / controlled-substance CME in Idaho

No opioid-specific mandate. Federal MATE Act (8 hrs one-time) only.

✓ No board pre-approval gate: No board pre-approval — full 8-hr MATE bundle.

All mandated CME topics in Idaho

Topic	Hours	Timing	Applies to

Notes

No special-topic CME mandate. IDAPA 24.33.01.079. Board cert accepted in lieu. (FSMB cited old 'IDAPA 22'.)

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This page summarizes MATE Act (federal) 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 Idaho State Board of Medicine before relying on them.