Mississippi Optometry (OD) CE audits & penalties
What happens if a optometrist misses CE requirements in Mississippi, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Neglect to pay the renewal fee may lead the board to revoke the certificate, but only after 60 days' notice to the delinquent, who within that period may renew on payment of the $400 renewal fee plus the $15 penalty. Retirement from practice up to 5 years does not deprive the holder of the right to renew on payment of all lapsed fees plus meeting CE requirements.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: Mississippi State Board of Optometry rules (proposed rule text, via MS Secretary of State); Miss. Code Ann. 73-19-21
Related
- Full requirements: Mississippi Optometry (OD) CE requirements
- When it's due: Mississippi Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Mississippi Optometry (OD) CE category requirements
- What it costs: Mississippi Optometry (OD) license renewal fees
⚠️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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