Nevada Medical License

Nevada Medical License Application

Nevada Physician Assistant License Requirements

To obtain a physician assistant license in Nevada you must:

• Be a graduate of a training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs or its equivalent.
• Successful complete the NCCPA exam.
• Possess a valid certificate issued by the NCCPA.
• Apply with the necessary documents and fees.

Nevada Nurse License Requirements

To be eligible for licensure as a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) in NV, you must meet the following requirements:

• Complete an accredited nursing education program with the nursing degree conferred.
• Pass the National Council Licensure Examination.
• Apply with the necessary documents and fees.
• Undergo a criminal background check.

To be eligible for licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in NV, you must meet the requirements above plus complete a master’s or doctoral level, and additionally possess an active NV RN license.

Nevada Medical Board License Renewal

Licenses must be renewed every two years before June 30th of odd-numbered years. The process of medical license renewal includes:

• 2 hours of continuing education concerning cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Completion of 40 hours of continuing medical education (CME) within the renewal period, which must include:
  • 2 hours of ethics, pain management, or addiction care.
  • 2 hours of misuse and abuse of controlled substances, prescribing of opioids, or addiction (only for licensees registered to dispense controlled substances).
  • 2 hours of screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT).
  • 20 hours within the scope of practice or specialty.
  • 16 hours of other medical education (at least 2 hours every 4 years must be on suicide detection, intervention, and prevention).
• Payment of the renewal fee of $750 for physicians and $375 for physician assistants.

The CE and CME hours must be AMA Category 1, classified by the AAPA as Category 1 (for PAs), or NSBME Board approved. A list of approved courses is available on the Board’s website. It’s recommended to keep records of your CE and CME activities for at least four years post-renewal period.

Nevada Telemedicine License

To practice telehealth in Nevada you must:

• Hold an active license to practice medicine in NV or another compact state.
• Establish a genuine relationship with the patient before offering telemedicine services. This may include obtaining informed consent, conducting an appropriate examination, gathering relevant medical history, and documenting findings and treatment plans.
• Provide suitable follow-up care and referrals when required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and abide by federal and state laws concerning health information privacy and security.

Nevada Medical License Lookup

Using the License and Certificate Lookup tool on the Board’s website, one can verify whether an individual possesses an active NV license or certificate. The tool allows searching by name, license number, type, or location. It also provides background and practice information about the licensee, such as education, training, specialty, disciplinary actions, and malpractice claims.

Nevada Medical Licensing Service

MedicalLicensing.com is well-versed in the complexities of the licensing process in NV. We offer expert help with the application, document submission, and understanding of regulations and requirements. Our team can handle every bit of the process for you so that you can focus on your patients.