Alabama Administrative Code Title 545 - MEDICAL LICENSURE COMMISSION OF ALABAMA
Alabama Administrative Code – Title 545: Medical Licensure Commission of Alabama
Title 545 of the Alabama Administrative Code governs the operations, responsibilities, and procedures of the Medical Licensure Commission of Alabama (MLC). The MLC is the state agency responsible for overseeing the licensure and regulation of physicians in Alabama.
📘 Overview of Title 545
Title 545 is organized into several chapters, each addressing specific aspects of the MLC's functions:
Chapter 545-X-1: Organization and Administration
This chapter outlines the structure and administrative procedures of the MLC, including:
Composition of the Commission: The MLC consists of seven physicians and one public member, with appointments made by the Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Governor. Members serve five-year terms. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Officers of the Commission: The Commission elects a chairman and vice chairman annually.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Meetings of the Commission: Regular meetings are held monthly, with special meetings called as needed.
Executive Officer: An executive officer may be designated to act on behalf of the Commission between regular meetings.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Powers and Duties: The Commission is authorized to issue, revoke, suspend, or otherwise discipline and reinstate licenses for physicians; promulgate rules and regulations; and take legal action against unlicensed practice. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Chapter 545-X-2: Licensure
This chapter covers the requirements and procedures for obtaining and renewing a medical license in Alabama, including:
Application Process: Detailed steps for applying for a medical license.
Certificates of Registration: Physicians must apply annually for a certificate of registration to practice medicine in Alabama. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Chapter 545-X-4: Administrative Procedures
This chapter outlines the procedures for handling complaints and appeals, including:
Processing of Appeals: Procedures for appealing decisions made by the Commission.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Administrative Handling of Complaints: Steps for addressing complaints against physicians.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Attendance at Hearings: Requirements for attendance at Commission hearings.
Chapter 545-X-5: Continuing Medical Education
This chapter establishes requirements for continuing medical education (CME) for physicians, including:
CME Requirements: Physicians must complete a certain number of CME hours to maintain licensure.
Certification of Compliance: Physicians must certify their compliance with CME requirements.
Falsification of Certification: Intentional falsification of CME certification is prohibited. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
🔍 Accessing the Full Text
The complete and most current version of Title 545 can be accessed through the official Alabama Administrative Code website:
👉 Alabama Administrative Code – Title 545
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