Bill > LD1757

This bill updates the laws governing osteopathic physician licensing in Maine by making several key changes. The bill modifies the Board of Osteopathic Licensure's meeting schedule, changing from annual to monthly meetings with the option for special meetings. It establishes new comprehensive requirements for obtaining an osteopathic physician license, including specific educational, postgraduate training, and examination standards. For example, applicants must graduate from an accredited osteopathic medical school and complete postgraduate training, with different training requirements for graduates before and after January 1, 2026. The bill explicitly prohibits the board from requiring board certification or maintenance of certification as a condition of licensure. It also updates the temporary licensure provisions, allowing physicians in training to receive a temporary license for up to one year, renewable for a total of five years. The license fee for initial application is set at up to $600, and the board retains the ability to issue special license categories, such as administrative medicine licenses. These changes aim to modernize and clarify the licensing process for osteopathic physicians in Maine, making it more straightforward and flexible while maintaining professional standards.

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