As of July 1, 2017, New York State will require that every physician holding a DEA license complete three hours of education every three years on addiction, pain management and palliative care. Additionally, each physician will be required to go online and attest (see below) to their completion.

Practitioners who do not have a DEA are exempt and do not require a waiver.

We are aware of the following courses being offered that meet the statutory requirements.

1. The Medical Society of the State of NY (MSSNY) developed 3 one-hour CME webinars (also available online). This program in conjunction with the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services covers the 8 topic areas articulated within the NYS statute. The program is free of charge to MSSNY members, or a $50 charge per webinar for non-MSSNY members. Click here for the link to MSSNY’s courses.
2. A Pain Management CME Course is being offered for a fee of $25 by the Boston University School of Medicine and the New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians. It is a CME and ABIM accredited course. Click here for the link to register for the three modules. There are instructions to access as well as important tips for those who may want to begin the course, leave it and return.
3. Prescribers can access three hours of free course work covering the eight required topic areas, sponsored by NYSDOH, from the University of Buffalo. The course is offered in two parts and can be accessed at: Part 1 and Part 2.

Please see below two PDF documents that provide FAQ’s and additional information.
*Mandatory Prescriber Education Guidance (PDF)
*Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

You can find further information about the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement at www.health.ny.gov/professionals/narcotic or by calling 866-811-7957.