Rhode Island Medical License

Do you want to practice medicine in the state of Rhode Island? If you do, then you must get a Rhode Island medical license to become a licensed physician.

This guide provides information on medical licensing for future Allopathic and Osteopathic physicians. It also mentions the documents, fees and timeframe connected with the licensing process.

How long does it take to get a Rhode Island medical license?

Once you properly complete the application, it will typically take you from two to six weeks to process the license application.

Note that there may be some delays connected with application errors or not enough documentation.

In case you have questions concerning the application process or status, you may call at (401) 222-3855.

How to get a medical license in Rhode Island?

Obtain education

To be eligible to practice medicine in the state of Rhode Island, you should, in the first place, obtain medical education and skills. To clarify, you must graduate from a medical school, which is school accredited by the Liaison Committee for Medical Education (LCME).

Another option for future Allopathic physicians is to graduate from a foreign medical school (recognized by the World Health Organization, State Board) and get certification by the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

What comes to Osteopathic physicians, you should graduate from an osteopathic US medical school (accredited by the American Osteopathic Association).

Competency

Both Allopathic and Osteopathic physicians must complete two years of advanced post-graduate training, internship and residency program. These programs should be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education or by the American Osteopathic Association.

Examination

The following step is to take the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). Not only does this exam assess an applicant’s knowledge of principles and concepts, but it also demonstrate the ability to apply medical knowledge.

Accordingly, the exam ensures that a physician can practice safe and effective patient care, as well as employ his/her skills safely.

Note that you will have three attempts to take the exam (for three steps) within seven years.

Apply for the medical license

Finally, the time for license application has come since you have completed the above-mentioned steps. Consequently, you should use this link to complete the online Uniform Application and FCVS.

FCVS verifies core physician credentials according to established policies and procedures set forth by the Board. After obtaining necessary information, FCVS will send a “Physician Information Profile” to the Board.

The Board uses Uniform Application for medical licensing and you will need to provide licensure/employment history, as well as education information.

Once you have submitted the previous applications, you must print and mail the following paperwork:

UA authorization for information release
State Addendum
License fee of $1090 ($1290 in case you apply for Controlled Substance Registration)

Contact Information

Rhode Island Department of Health
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-222-5960
After Hours Phone: 401-276-8046
RI Relay 711
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Top medical schools in Rhode Island

• Brown University
• University of Rhode Island
• Rhode Island College
• Salve Regina University
• Roger Williams University
• New England Institute of Technology
• Community College of Rhode Island
• Ridley Lowell Business & Technical Institute

All of these medical schools offer a variety of options to obtain medical education and learn concepts, principles, rules and basics of medicine. Furthermore, they possess high passing rates, as well as good rates for curriculum and teaching.