California Physician CE audits & penalties

What happens if a physician and surgeon (md) misses CE requirements in California, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A physician may not engage in the practice of medicine on an expired license. MBC uses its cite-and-fine process against unlicensed practitioners for practicing medicine without a license; unlicensed practice is also a criminal offense under the Medical Practice Act.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: California Senate Business & Professions Committee (MBC enforcement background paper)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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