How many CME hours does Missouri require for physicians?

Missouri requires 50 / 2 yr of continuing medical education (MATE Act (federal)). 50 hrs every 2 yrs.

Does Missouri require opioid or controlled-substance CME?

Missouri 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 Missouri?

Missouri tracking: Self-report. Board: Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

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Missouri CME Requirements for Physicians (2026)

Everything the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts requires — total hours, mandated topics, the opioid/controlled-substance rule, and how it's tracked. Last reviewed 2026-07-10.

Total CME50 / 2 yr

Renewal cycle2 years

TrackingSelf-report

CitationMATE Act (federal)

Board: Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts. General CME: 50 hrs every 2 yrs.

Opioid / controlled-substance CME in Missouri

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 Missouri

Topic	Hours	Timing	Applies to

Notes

No special-topic CME mandate. 20 CSR 2150-2.125. MATE Act (federal) applies to DEA registrants.

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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 Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts before relying on them.