Bill > HB2050

This bill amends Oklahoma's medical licensing regulations to establish a comprehensive framework for foreign medical graduates seeking licensure in the state. The bill creates a new pathway for international medical school graduates to obtain limited licensure, which allows them to practice medicine under specific conditions. To qualify for a limited license, applicants must graduate from a medical school recognized by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), provide evidence of either completing a three-year postgraduate training program or practicing as a physician for at least three of the past five years, and have an employment offer from a healthcare provider with an accredited postgraduate training program. Limited licensees must be supervised by their department chair and can only practice at the specific healthcare provider. After three years, they may be eligible for full and unrestricted licensure if they are in good standing and pass the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Steps 1, 2, and 3. The bill also requires original source verification of medical certifications, mandates English language proficiency, requires proof of legal residency status, and prohibits licensure for individuals who have committed disciplinary-worthy offenses. The new regulations aim to ensure patient safety while providing a structured path for qualified international medical graduates to practice medicine in Oklahoma, with the provisions set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2050&Session=2500