GA Medical License & Georgia Composite Medical Board Help
We prepare and shepherd Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) applications for MDs, DOs, PAs, and allied health professionals — plus credentialing, CAQH, and clinic startup statewide.
Getting a GA medical license the fast way
The Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) is one of the most document-heavy state boards in the country. A new MD or DO application requires FCVS verification, USMLE or COMLEX transcripts, postgraduate training certificates, malpractice history, criminal background check, CME proof, and a complete application packet — any missing piece sends the file back to the bottom of the queue.
We've walked hundreds of physicians through GCMB. We know which documents trigger holds, how to sequence FCVS so it doesn't bottleneck the application, and who to call at the board when something stalls. Most of our clients are licensed in 60–90 days instead of the 90–120 days self-filers wait.
Georgia medical license services we handle
New GCMB application
MD, DO, PA, and allied health initial licensure with full packet preparation and board follow-up.
License renewals
Biennial GA medical license renewals, CME tracking, and reinstatement of lapsed licenses.
IMLC compact licensure
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact applications for physicians already licensed in a member state.
Telemedicine permits
Georgia telemedicine licensure and out-of-state telehealth authority filings.
Credentialing & CAQH
Medicare, Medicaid, BCBS of Georgia, Humana, Aetna, and commercial payer enrollment.
Facility licensing
GA DCH and DPH clinic, MedSpa, ALF, ADC, pharmacy, and ABA facility licensing.
GA medical license requirements at a glance
- Degree from an LCME-accredited (MD) or AOA-accredited (DO) school
- USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 — or COMLEX Levels 1, 2, and 3
- One year of ACGME postgraduate training (three years for IMGs)
- FCVS profile with primary-source verification
- Criminal background check (fingerprint-based)
- Malpractice history and NPDB self-query
- CME proof (40 hours every 2 years, including 2 hours of opioid/controlled-substance education)
- ECFMG certification for international medical graduates
GCMB fees and timeline
Fees current as of 2026 and may change. Our service fee is separate and covers full preparation, FCVS coordination, and board follow-up.
Ready to start your Georgia medical license application?
We serve physicians across Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Savannah, Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Macon, and statewide. All intake is remote — book a call and we'll get your file moving today.
GA medical license FAQ
How long does it take to get a GA medical license?
The Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) typically takes 60–120 days to issue a new MD or DO license once a complete application is filed. With our help organizing transcripts, FCVS, malpractice history, and CME, most clients shave 30+ days off that timeline by avoiding the back-and-forth requests for missing documents.
What is the State of Georgia Medical Board called?
The official name is the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB). It regulates MDs, DOs, PAs, respiratory care professionals, perfusionists, acupuncturists, orthotists, prosthetists, auricular detoxification specialists, pain management clinics, and cosmetic laser practitioners in Georgia.
What are the requirements for a GA medical license?
You'll need: a degree from an LCME or AOA accredited school, completion of USMLE or COMLEX (all three steps), at least one year of ACGME-accredited postgraduate training (three years for IMGs), FCVS verification, criminal background check, malpractice history, and proof of CME. We compile the full packet for you.
How much is the GA medical license fee?
GCMB charges $400 for a new MD/DO application plus a $75 background check fee. Renewal every two years is $200. Our service fee is separate and covers preparation, FCVS coordination, follow-up with the board, and rush handling when available.
Do you handle locum tenens and telemedicine licensure in Georgia?
Yes. We process Georgia telemedicine permits, IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) applications for physicians already licensed elsewhere, and locum tenens credentialing with Georgia hospitals and payers.
Can you help renew an expired Georgia medical license?
Yes. We handle reinstatements, lapsed-license renewals, and the additional documentation GCMB requires for licenses that have been inactive. Reach out early — reinstatement can take longer than a new application.
Do you serve all of Georgia?
Yes — Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Savannah, Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Macon, and statewide. All intake is remote; we work with practitioners anywhere in Georgia.