Montana Optometry (OD) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a optometrist misses CE requirements in Montana, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Licenses lapse on July 2; renewals postmarked after July 2 incur a 100% penalty (total due $350). Practicing on a lapsed license is prohibited.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

Licensees may be audited for CE compliance under ARM 24.168.2101 (36 hours every two years); audits are conducted in odd-numbered years.

Official source: Montana Board of Optometry — official renewal application; ARM 24.168.2101/24.168.401

Full requirements: Montana Optometry (OD) CE requirements
When it's due: Montana Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline
Know what counts: Montana Optometry (OD) CE category requirements
What it costs: Montana 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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