The Idaho State Board of Medicine is open. Due to physical distancing efforts in response to COVID-19, the Board of Medicine is limiting in-person business interactions. All our employees are available to answer any questions you have via e-mail, or you may contact our agency by telephone at 208-327-7000. You may experience delays in reaching staff during this time, and we appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience in advance.
If you are a licensed health professional with an extended expiration date of October 31, 2020, and you have not initiated renewal, your license has been cancelled. Please click “Online Reinstatement” under Quick Links. In addition to your renewal fee, you must also pay a Reinstatement Fee.
On November 6, 2020, the Board of Medicine adopted a joint statement with the Idaho Medical Association on physician notes for mask exemptions.
Face coverings during patient care
On October 22, 2020, the Board of Medicine adopted the FSMB Statement on providers wearing face coverings during patient care:
FSMB Statement on Wearing Face Coverings During Patient Care
Licensing and practice during COVID-19
Mandatory PDMP check begins 10/1/2020
Starting on October 1, 2020, prescribers will be required to check the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP).
FAQ for PDMP Mandatory Checking – Idaho State Board of Pharmacy