Mandatory topics
Louisiana has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 20-hour total.
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Accepted credit
Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Louisiana Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
APMA Approved (Category 1) | Programs approved, sponsored or offered by the American Podiatric Medical Association or its successor association are presumptively approved for Category 1 CME under § 1375(A)(1).Sourcehttps://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/rules[1] |
AMA PRA Category 1 | Programs approved, sponsored or offered by an organization or entity accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) qualify under § 1375(A)(2).Sourcehttps://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/rules[1] |
ABMS Maintenance of Certification | Programs offered by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties qualify under § 1375(A)(3).Sourcehttps://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/rules[1] |
ACCME-Recognized State Medical Society | Programs accredited by the Louisiana State Medical Society or any other ACCME-recognized state medical society qualify under § 1375(A)(4).Sourcehttps://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/rules[1] |
Documentation & audit
Documentation retention: each podiatrist shall maintain a record or certificate of attendance for at least 4 years from the date of completion (§ 1377(C)).
Waivers & exemptions
Engaged in military service longer than one year's duration outside of Louisiana
Held an initial Louisiana license on the basis of examination for less than one year
In a postgraduate year one (PGY-1) podiatric training program approved by the board
FAQ
How many CE hours do Louisiana podiatrists need?
Not less than 20 hours of board-approved Category 1 CME annually, per La. Admin. Code tit. 46:XLV § 1373(A). Documentation must be maintained for at least 4 years.
Are APMA-approved credits accepted in Louisiana?
Yes. La. Admin. Code tit. 46:XLV § 1375(A)(1) presumptively approves programs offered by the American Podiatric Medical Association or its successor association. ACCME-accredited programs, ABMS member-board programs, and programs accredited by the Louisiana State Medical Society (or any other ACCME-recognized state medical society) are also presumptively approved.
Are there mandatory CE topics for DPM renewal in Louisiana?
No specific topical hour mandates are carved out within the 20-hour annual total under Subchapter J. The federal MATE Act adds a one-time 8-hour SUD training for DEA-registered podiatrists.
Where can I check my Louisiana podiatry license renewal date?
The LSBME maintains a license verification search at online.lasbme.org/#/verifylicense, displaying current status, expiration date, and disciplinary history. The LaMED DashBoard at online.lasbme.org is the official renewal portal.