N.M. Admin. Code § 16.17.2.15

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 16.17.2.15 - POSTGRADUATE TRAINING LICENSE

A postgraduate training license is required for all interns, residents, and fellows enrolled in board approved training programs within the state.

A. Prerequisites for licensure. Each applicant for a postgraduate training license must possess the following qualifications:

(1) graduated from a college of osteopathic medicine accredited by the American osteopathic association;

(2) passed step 1 of USMLE or COMLEX-USA; and

(3) be of good moral character.

B. Required documentation. Each applicant shall submit the required fee as specified in 16.17.2.8 NMAC, a copy of the official examination results, and a completed application.

C. Licensure process. Upon receipt of a completed signed application and fee, a member or agent of the board will review the application and may approve the license. The applicant may be scheduled for a personal interview before the board, a board member designated by the board, or an agent of the board.

D. License expiration. Postgraduate training licenses are valid for no longer than one year, but may be renewed for a period not to exceed eight years or completion of the residency, whichever is shorter, and as long as the license holder is enrolled in a board approved training program. Postgraduate training licenses may be renewed prior to expiration.

N.M. Admin. Code § 16.17.2.15

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXIX, Issue 10, May 29, 2018, eff. 6/11/2018, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXII, Issue 09, May 4, 2021, eff. 5/16/2021