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Physician licensing in New York
Read from NYSED Office of the Professions. Last verified 2026-09-15.
The sequence
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Primary source verification | FCVS profile or board-run verification of medical education, training and prior licensure. |
| Application to the board | Full application filed with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. |
| Fingerprints and background check | State and FBI criminal history record, submitted through the board's vendor. |
| License issued | Renewal cycle begins on issue; the renewal date is tracked from that day. |
What the numbers say
- New York is not an IMLC member state, so every physician files a full application.
- Priced as a Tier 3 state at $995 plus board fees at cost.
Source: NYSED Office of the Professions. Last verified 2026-09-15. Where a national summary and a board disagree, we publish the board.