Medical License Renewal in Alabama — 2026 Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about renewing your Alabama medical license through the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners. Updated for 2026.

Quick Facts: Alabama Medical License Renewal

Medical Board Alabama Board of Medical Examiners

Renewal Cycle Annual

CME Hours Required 25 hours

Renewal Fee $500

Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Renewal Due January

1 Step-by-Step: Renewing Your Alabama Medical License

Follow these steps to renew your medical license with the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners:

Complete 25 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits
Log into the ALBME online portal and complete the renewal application
Attest to CME compliance and answer practice questions
Pay the annual renewal fee
Receive confirmation and updated license

2 Alabama CME Requirements

25 AMA PRA Category 1 credits per year. At least 12.5 must be live activities. Must include 2 hours of controlled substances prescribing.

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3 Common Pitfalls to Avoid

These are the mistakes Alabama physicians most commonly make during renewal:

Alabama requires annual renewal, not biennial like most states
At least half of CME credits must be from live, in-person activities
Failure to renew by January 1 results in automatic license lapse

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4 Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need to renew my Alabama medical license? ▾

Alabama requires annual renewal. Your license must be renewed by January 1 each year.

Can I complete all my CME online in Alabama? ▾

No. At least 12.5 of the required 25 CME hours must be from live, in-person activities.

What happens if I miss the Alabama renewal deadline? ▾

If you fail to renew by January 1, your license lapses automatically. You may need to apply for reinstatement and pay additional fees.