Bill > HB4920

This bill modifies continuing education requirements for physicians, osteopathic physicians, and podiatrists licensed in Michigan by reducing the mandatory continuing education hours from 150 to 120 hours, with a phased implementation. Specifically, until December 31, 2026, licensed practitioners will still need to complete 150 hours of continuing education in the three years preceding license renewal, but starting January 1, 2027, the requirement will decrease to 120 hours. The continuing education must be in subjects related to their medical practice, including medical ethics, and must be approved by the respective medical board. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing requirement that practitioners must complete a certain number of hours in pain and symptom management as part of their continuing education, with the specific hours to be determined by board rules. The bill aims to potentially reduce the educational burden on medical professionals while still ensuring they remain current in their medical knowledge and skills.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4920