Medical Licensing Blog

Future Trends in Medical Licensing: Predictions and Preparations

Medical licensing is constantly changing, with requirements, strategies and technologies shifting to reflect the state of the industry and the world. These developments are exciting, but they also present challenges for providers seeking their licenses. This post explores the biggest trends in medical licensing and how they might affect your licensure experience. The Growing Importance…

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How Medical Licensing Impacts Healthcare Accessibility

The medical licensing process ensures that providers have the training and education to give patients high-quality care. However, it can also delay healthcare professionals from practicing and make it more difficult for people to access the needed services. Medical Licensure Group (MLG) facilitates the licensure process so providers can begin practicing as quickly as possible.…

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Telemedicine and Medical Licensing: What the Future Holds

In an era when remote work and online shopping are the norm, it’s no surprise that telemedicine has become so popular. Using telecommunications technology to assess, diagnose and treat medical conditions gives people access to quality care from remote locations.  From a provider’s perspective, telemedicine allows you to offer care to a wider population. However,…

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Best Practices in Document Management for Healthcare Professionals

Professional healthcare documents include critical information about a provider’s education, experience, certifications and licenses. Without proper document management, they might experience lapses in licensure or miss out on career opportunities. At a time when skilled medical professionals are in short supply, lost, missing or inaccurate documents can also make quality care less accessible to patients. …

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Crafting the Perfect Medical CV: A Step-by-Step Guide

When you apply for a new job or seek a promotion, your medical CV is the key to making a strong first impression. This document highlights your strengths and accomplishments — vital in a competitive field like medicine. This guide outlines the content you should include in your CV, as well as tips and tricks…

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MLG’s Licensure Support for Mental Health Professionals

Medical Licensure Group (MLG) has a reputable history in medical licensing. For more than 15 years, we’ve provided high-quality services to healthcare professionals, helping to reduce their stress and save time.  We’re excited to announce that we will now offer services to licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), clinical social workers (CSWs) and marriage and family…

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Navigating the FSMB Uniform Application

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Are you a physician or provider interested in medical licensure? A healthcare organization looking to hire newly licensed physicians? Navigating the intricate details of medical board requirements can be a difficult process – but it doesn’t have to be. The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and their partner, the Federation Credentials Verification Service (FCVS),…

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Primary Source Verification for Physicians

For every practicing physician, patient safety and care is of utmost importance. This can only be ensured by verifying the credentials of healthcare professionals, which is why primary source verification is such a vital part of modern healthcare.  Primary source verification is a process during which a healthcare credentialing organization confirms the accuracy of information…

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Medical License Renewals Through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact

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As a medical professional, having licenses across multiple states can be cumbersome and time-consuming. This process is made significantly easier with the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) license renewal process, giving providers a much quicker and more efficient way to renew their licenses while still complying with the requirements of state boards. By leveraging a…

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Telemedicine Licensure Requirements by State

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In our interconnected world, the practice of medicine has changed significantly. Telemedicine has emerged as a way for healthcare providers to provide care to patients across vast distances using digital technology.  With the increased availability and use of telemedicine, it’s essential that providers understand the licensure requirements associated with this form of medical practice to…

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