If you hold a New Jersey physician license, the State Board of Medical Examiners requires 100 CME hours every two-year renewal cycle, of which at least 40 must be AMA Category 1 (up to 60 may be Category 2). New Jersey also mandates opioid prescribing, end-of-life care, and a one-time cultural competence requirement. Below is the full breakdown.
100 hours / 2 years
At least 40 must be AMA Category 1; up to 60 may be Category 2.
1 hour opioids
On responsible opioid prescribing and abuse risks each cycle.
2 hours end-of-life
Within the 40 AMA Category 1 credits.
6 credits cultural competence
A one-time requirement.
How many CME hours New Jersey physicians need
New Jersey requires 100 CME hours every two years, of which at least 40 must be AMA Category 1 and up to 60 may be Category 2.
Mandated subject requirements
- Opioid prescribing: 1 credit each cycle on responsible prescribing, alternatives, and abuse risks.
- End-of-life care: 2 credits within the 40 AMA Category 1 hours.
- Cultural competence: a one-time 6-credit requirement.
Renewal cycle and deadlines
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- Opioid Prescribing1 hr · per renewal
At least 1 credit on responsible opioid prescribing, alternatives to opioids for pain, and the risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction, and diversion. Counts toward the total.
- End-of-Life Care2 hrs · per renewal
Of the 40 AMA PRA Category 1 credits, at least 2 must relate to end-of-life care.
- Cultural Competence6 hrs · one time
A one-time 6-credit cultural competence requirement (AMA, AOA, AAFP, or COPME). For physicians licensed before March 24, 2005 it is in addition to the 100-hour total; for those licensed after, it may be included in the total.
Always confirm with your licensing board
New Jersey physicians must complete 100 CME hours every two years, of which at least 40 must be AMA Category 1 and up to 60 may be Category 2.
CME requirements change. Confirm current rules with the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners before relying on these figures.
Source: New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners. Board website · Researched as of 2026-06-01 · CME rules change; this is administrative guidance, not legal or CME-accreditation advice.
Licensed in more than one state?
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact: active. Active and issuing. Physicians can obtain expedited licensure across member states; each state license is separate (and each renews on its own CME cycle).
Each state license carries its own CME requirement and renewal date — if you hold more than one, you need a plan for each.
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New Jersey Physician CME Requirements — Frequently Asked Questions
How many CME hours do New Jersey physicians need?
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100 hours every two years, of which at least 40 must be AMA Category 1.
Does New Jersey require opioid CME?
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Yes — at least 1 credit each cycle on responsible opioid prescribing and the risks and signs of abuse.
Is cultural competence training required in New Jersey?
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Yes — a one-time 6-credit cultural competence requirement.
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