Nevada State Board of Podiatry · DPM

50 hours. Every two years. Tied to your license anniversary.

Below is exactly what Nevada State Board of Podiatry requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.

Updated April 2026Sourced from NSBP~4 min read

Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed May 11, 2026

Mandatory topics

For Podiatrists, 50 hours is the total CME requirement. Nevada also requires a set of one-time topics that count toward the 50-hour total.

Opioid / controlled substances[1]
2 hrs
One-time
NRS 635.115 requires podiatric physicians to complete at least 2 hours of training in screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT) approach to substance use disorder within 2 years after initial licensure as part of the continuing education required.
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“complete at least 2 hours of training in the screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment approach to substance use disorder within 2 years after initial licensure as part of the continuing education required”
NRS 635.115See source [1] in Primary Sources
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Conditional requirements

These rules apply only when the trigger described under each card is met (for example, holding a state-issued controlled substance registration or treating a specific patient population). Each cites the underlying statute or rule directly.

ConditionalOpioid Substance Cs Prescriber[1]
2 hrs
Biennial

Podiatric physicians registered to dispense controlled substances

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“at least 2 hours of training relating specifically to persons with substance use and other addictive disorders and the prescribing of opioids during each period of licensure”
NRS 635.116See source [1] in Primary Sources
Accepted credit

Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Nevada 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 systemNotes
Board-approved credit
NRS 635.115 requires courses approved by the Board for purposes of continuing professional education.SourceNRS 635.115[1]
APMA Approved
APMA-approved CME accepted in practice.
CPME Approved
CPME-recognized programs accepted in practice.
Documentation & audit

Physicians are responsible for retaining CME documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.

Waivers & exemptions

The Board may waive all or part of the continuing education requirement if the podiatric physician was prevented from attendance by circumstances beyond his or her control.

FAQ
How many CE hours do Nevada podiatrists need?
50 hours every two years, documented in even-numbered years at the time of paying the annual renewal fee. CPR certification must also be current at every renewal — that is a statutory prerequisite, not a Board policy.
Are APMA-approved credits accepted in Nevada?
NRS 635.115 requires courses "approved by the Board for purposes of continuing professional education." APMA-approved and CPME-recognized programs are accepted in practice; the Board maintains a current list of approved providers and approved courses on its website.
Are there mandatory CE topics for DPM renewal in Nevada?
Yes. Two SBIRT hours are required within two years after initial licensure (one-time, structured as part of the 50-hour total). For podiatric physicians registered to dispense controlled substances, two hours of training on substance use disorders and the prescribing of opioids are required every period of licensure under NRS 635.116. Federal MATE Act training is also required for all DEA-registered podiatrists.
Where can I check my Nevada podiatry license renewal date?
The Nevada State Board of Podiatry maintains a license verification function on its website at podiatry.nv.gov.

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Sources & Citations

Every mandatory topic and conditional requirement above cites the underlying statute or rule. Numbered references below correspond to the bracketed citations next to each requirement.

  1. NRS Chapter 635 — Podiatric Physicians and Podiatry Hygienists
    Primary sourceAccessed 2026-04-30
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    “complete at least 2 hours of training in the screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment approach to substance use disorder within 2 years after initial licensure as part of the continuing education required”NRS 635.115
    “at least 2 hours of training relating specifically to persons with substance use and other addictive disorders and the prescribing of opioids during each period of licensure”NRS 635.116

This page is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the best available information as of the last reviewed date above. CME requirements change. Atlas CME is not affiliated with the Nevada State Board of Podiatry, or any other state board of podiatry, licensing authority, or professional organization. Podiatrists are solely responsible for verifying their own current CME requirements directly with their state board of podiatry before relying on any information presented here.

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