Washington Physician CE audits & penalties
What happens if a physician (md) misses CE requirements in Washington, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
MD late renewal carries a $300 penalty; an expired MD license may be reissued for $262.50 (WAC 246-919-990). Osteopathic physicians face a $190 late-renewal penalty and $250 expired-license reissuance (WAC 246-853-990).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: Washington Administrative Code WAC 246-919-990 and 246-853-990
Related
- Full requirements: Washington Physician CE requirements
- When it's due: Washington Physician license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Washington Physician CE category requirements
- What it costs: Washington Physician 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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