How do you qualify for IMLC?
General Eligibility Have successfully completed ACGME- or AOA-accredited graduate medical education. Have passed each component of the USMLE, COMLEX-USA, or equivalent in no more than three attempts for each component. Hold a current specialty certification or time-unlimited certification by an ABMS or AOABOS board.
What is an IMLC license?
Interstate medical licensure compacts (IMLC) are an expedited process for clinicians to obtain license credentials when seeking to practice their trade in multiple states. Originally, it was designed to doctors, but today the same process also applies to nurses and physical therapists.
What are the IMLC States?
Colorado
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLCC)/State
How does the IMLC work?
An interstate compact is a legal agreement among participating states that allows them to work closely together to address issues of mutual concern that cross state borders. Hundreds of compacts exist in the United States and they have helped states address everything from shared water use to transportation issues.
Is Pa part of IMLC?
Legislation that will allow Pennsylvania to become a full participant in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) has been introduced passed the Pa. House on March 24, 2021.
What happens if you leave a hospital AMA?
Unfortunately, patients who leave AMA are more likely to die or be readmitted in 30 days. When patients leave the hospital AMA, physicians may frequently inform patients that they will be held financially liable for hospital charges.
Is Texas an IMLC state?
On June 7, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law House Bill 1616 which was passed by the 87th Texas Legislature, making Texas the 33rd member state to join the Compact. The TMB is currently working with the IMLCC on implementing this new licensure process and anticipates beginning Compact licensing in early 2022.
Can a cna get a compact license?
Nurses who declare a compact state as their primary state are allowed to apply for multi-state licenses. However, if a CNA is moving from a non-compact state to a compact state and changes their primary residence, they can apply for a multi-state license.