Medical License Renewal in Washington — 2026 Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about renewing your Washington medical license through the Washington Medical Commission. Updated for 2026.

Quick Facts: Washington Medical License Renewal

Medical Board Washington Medical Commission

Renewal Cycle Biennial

CME Hours Required 200 hours

Renewal Fee [RESEARCH NEEDED]

Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Renewal Due [RESEARCH NEEDED]

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

Follow these steps to renew your medical license with the Washington Medical Commission:

Complete required CME hours during the reporting period
Access the Washington DOH licensing portal
Complete the renewal application
Pay the biennial renewal fee
Receive your renewed license

2 Washington CME Requirements

[RESEARCH NEEDED] Approximately 200 CME hours per quadrennial reporting period (reported at biennial renewal).

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3 Common Pitfalls to Avoid

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

[RESEARCH NEEDED] Specific pitfalls for Washington license renewal

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4 Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I renew my Washington medical license? ▾

Washington requires biennial renewal, but CME is reported on a quadrennial cycle.

How many CME hours does Washington require? ▾

[RESEARCH NEEDED] Specific CME requirements to be confirmed.

Can I renew online in Washington? ▾

Yes, Washington offers online renewal through the DOH portal.