Podiatrist
"Podiatrist" means an individual currently licensed to practice Podiatric Medicine: The diagnosis and treatment of maladies of the human foot and ankle by medical, surgical or mechanical means. Practice of Podiatric Medicine includes the administration of local anesthesia in conjunction with the practice of Podiatry. The use of general anesthesia is permitted in conjunction with the practice of Podiatry when administered or supervised by a Medical or Osteopathic Physician who assumes responsibility for the administration of that anesthesia to a patient being treated by a Podiatrist.
How to apply
Fees
- License Fee of $500
- Criminal History Records Check Fee of $21
Please make your checks payable to: "Maine State Treasurer".
Term
- Annual (Fixed renewal date of June 30th)
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Requirements
- Completed and signed application for licensure with all fees and required documentation.
- Official license verifications for all professional licenses the applicant holds or has ever held, even if they are now expired. License verifications need to include the applicant's name, license number, license type, initial issue date, current expiration date and whether the license has ever been disciplined. Copies of professional licenses are not acceptable.
Renewal fees and information
Fees
- Renewal fee $500
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- Fill out the online renewal application and submit.
The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal before your license is renewed. Online submission of your renewal application should not be construed as automatic renewal of your license.
Requirements
- A late fee of $50 is assessed for licenses renewed after the June 30 license expiration date.
- A late fee of $50 is assessed for licenses renewed 91 days to 2 years after the license expiration date.
- A person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants and is required to reapply with a reinstatement application, documentation and fees.
- Continuing Education: 25 hours of continuing education is due at the time of renewal in the odd-numbered years pursuant to board rules.
Podiatrist In Residency
"Podiatrist in Residency" refers to an individual who has met all of the requirements to become a "Podiatrist," except for the residency and examination requirements.
How to apply
Fees
- License Fee of $500
- Criminal History Records Check Fee of $21
Please make your checks payable to: "Maine State Treasurer".
Term
- Annual (Fixed renewal date of June 30th)
Apply Now
Requirements
- Completed and signed application for licensure with all fees and required documentation.
- Official license verifications for all professional licenses the applicant holds or has ever held, even if they are now expired. License verifications need to include the applicant's name, license number, license type, initial issue date, current expiration date and whether the license has ever been disciplined. Copies of professional licenses are not acceptable.
Renewal fees and information
Fees
- Renewal Fee of $500
Please make your checks payable to: "Maine State Treasurer".
Renew Now
- Fill out the online renewal application and submit.
The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal before your license is renewed. Online submission of your renewal application should not be construed as automatic renewal of your license.
Requirements
- A late fee of $50 is assessed for licenses renewed after the June 30 license expiration date.
- A late fee of $50 is assessed for licenses renewed 91 days to 2 years after the license expiration date.
- A person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants and is required to reapply with an original license application, documentation and fees.
- Renewal reminders are emailed to the email address on file at least 30 days prior to the license expiration date. It is the licensee's responsibility to keep the Board informed of current contact information and to see that the license is renewed absent the renewal application.
- Continuing Education - 25 hours of continuing education is due at the time of renewal in the odd-numbered years pursuant to board rules.