Emergency Practice Permits Applications

Introduction

Welcome to the Georgia Composite Medical Board's Emergency Practice Permit application page. This permit allows qualified individuals to practice medicine during declared emergency situations under the specific conditions set by the Board. All applications must comply with Georgia law, particularly under O.C.G.A. §§ 43-34-22 and the Emergency Rule 360-2-.13​​.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for an Emergency Practice Permit, you must:

  1. Hold a valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine in another state or jurisdiction​​.
  2. Be in good standing with the licensing board of your current state of practice​​.
  3. Have no disciplinary actions or investigations pending​​.
  4. Submit proof that an emergency declaration has been issued by the appropriate authorities in Georgia​.

Application Process

Please follow these steps to complete your Emergency Practice Permit application:

  1. Personal Information:
    • Full Legal Name
    • Date of Birth
    • Contact Information (Phone, Email, Address)
    • Current State of Licensure​.
  2. Licensure Information:
    • License Number and State of Issuance
    • Proof of current, unrestricted medical license​​.
    • Certificate of good standing from the issuing state​​.
  3. Supporting Documents:
    • Proof of current and unrestricted licensure in another state,
    • A current National Practitioner's Data Bank ("NPDB") Report, and
    • A copy of a valid government issued photo id.
  4. Submit Application:
    • Submit the completed application form along with all required documents electronically to the provided email.
    • Applications will be processed as quickly as possible due to the urgency of the emergency declaration​.

Download this pdf file. Click Here for the Emergency Permit Application
Submit To: [email protected]

Review and Approval

  • The Georgia Composite Medical Board will review your application. If all requirements are met, your Emergency Practice Permit will be granted. The permit is valid only for the duration of the declared emergency and subject to any specific conditions imposed by the Board​​.

Conditions of the Permit

  • The Emergency Practice Permit is only valid during the specified emergency period​​.
  • The permit may be subject to additional limitations, including geographic and practice scope restrictions, as determined by the Board​​.
  • Permit holders must comply with all Georgia medical practice laws and the Board's directives​​.

Renewal and Expiration

  • The permit will expire at the end of the declared emergency or as determined by the Board. Extensions or renewals are not automatic and require reapplication under new circumstances​.

FAQs

  1. Who qualifies for an Emergency Practice Permit?
    • Physicians licensed in other states or jurisdictions with no pending disciplinary actions​​.
  2. How long does it take to process the application?
    • Processing times vary depending on the emergency situation but are expedited to meet public health needs​.
  3. Can I practice anywhere in Georgia with this permit?
    • The practice location will be limited to areas affected by the declared emergency​​.
  4. Can I renew the permit after the emergency?
    • The permit is only valid for the duration of the emergency. If another emergency arises, a new application will be required​​.