Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements vary by state, and understanding these requirements is essential for healthcare professionals. In Maine, both MD and DO physicians have specific CME requirements that need to be met to maintain licensure. This article provides a comprehensive overview of these requirements, ensuring that you can fulfill your CME obligations efficiently.

For MD Physicians in Maine:

• Total CME Credits Required: 100 hours every 2 years
• Category 1 Credits Required: At least 40 of the total hours must be in AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
• Controlled Substances Education: Physicians who prescribe controlled substances must complete 3 hours of continuing medical education on the prescription of opioid medication every 2 years.

For DO Physicians in Maine:

• Total CME Credits Required: 100 hours every 2 years
• Osteopathic Medical Education: At least 40 hours must be in osteopathic medical education. For primary care physicians, all credits must be AOA Category 1. For osteopathic specialists, all credits must be in AOA, ACGME, or AMA Category 1.
• Controlled Substances Education: Physicians who prescribe controlled substances must complete 3 hours of continuing medical education on the prescription of opioid medication every 2 years.

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For further details on state CME requirements, please visit the official Federation of State Medical Board documentation

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Meeting CME requirements is a crucial part of maintaining your medical license in Maine. By staying informed about the specific requirements for your licensure, you can ensure that you are fulfilling your educational obligations while staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in medical practice. Remember to keep accurate records of your CME activities to ensure compliance with the Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine.

CME Trail offers a tailored collection of CME opportunities that adhere to Maine's guidelines. We provide a variety of educational resources, from a question bank, summarized guidelines, guideline based algorithms, and a price transparency tool designed to fulfill the state-mandated topics while also fitting into busy schedules. Earn up to 120 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. 

Resources to Fulfill Maine's CME Requirements

To assist healthcare professionals in fulfilling their specific CME requirements on controlled substances prescribing, we've compiled a list of free resources:

Free CME Controlled Substance Prescribing & Substance Abuse Education 

1.  National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): Offers CME/CE activities on topics related to opioid and substance use disorders and addiction. NIDA CME/CE Activities

2. Pri-Med: Provides timely opioid CME courses to help primary care clinicians learn appropriate risk mitigation strategies and prevent substance use disorder. Pri-Med Opioid CME/CE
3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Provides training modules on treating substance use disorders, effective communication in treating SUDs, and care coordination in the treatment of SUDs, eligible for free continuing education credits. Access CDC Training Modules

UAB Division of Continuing Medical Education: Provides online courses developed by UAB faculty that qualify for CME credit, focusing on identifying substance use disorders and updates in substance use and mental health. UAB CME