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Podiatrist — DPM
Total cost: $350
Governing Authority
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing - Podiatry
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APMLE Required
full foot and ankle
Surgical Scope
Not Required
Jurisprudence
Yes
DEA Required
40 hrs
CME Hours
$350
Total Initial Fees
DPM Degree & CPME Accreditation
VerifiedDPM Degree Required
Required
CPME Accreditation
Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) accredited program
Clinical Rotations
Extensive clinical rotations during years 3-4 of podiatric medical school; rotations include surgery, internal medicine, and podiatric specialties
Podiatrists must earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from a Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) accredited program. Programs typically span 4 years, including didactic coursework in podiatric medicine and surgery followed by clinical rotations across various specialties.
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Exam Requirements
VerifiedAPMLE Required
American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination
APMLE Part I: Basic medical sciences; taken during or after second year of podiatric medical school
Part I
APMLE Part II: Clinical sciences; taken during or after clinical rotations in third or fourth year
Part II
APMLE Part III: Clinical proficiency; taken during residency training
Part III
Not Required
Jurisprudence Exam
The APMLE (American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination) consists of three parts: Part I covers basic sciences, Part II covers clinical sciences, and Part III covers clinical competency. All three parts must typically be passed for state licensure. Some states also require a state-specific jurisprudence exam covering podiatric medical laws and regulations.
Overall licensing difficulty: 55/100
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Postgraduate Residency Training
VerifiedRequired
Residency
2 Years
Minimum Duration
CPME-approved Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR); minimum 24 months
CPME-Approved
Most states require completion of a CPME-approved podiatric medicine and surgery residency (PMR). Residency programs are typically 3 years and include rotational training in podiatric surgery, medicine, orthopedics, and related specialties. Some states accept 1-2 year residencies completed before current standards were implemented.
Podiatric Surgical Authority
VerifiedSurgical Scope Level
Ankle Surgery
Permitted
Rearfoot Surgery
Permitted
Forefoot Only
No
Laser Surgery
Permitted
Scope Level Guide
Surgical Privileges Notes
Utah permits podiatrists to perform medical and surgical treatment of the foot and ankle.
Podiatric surgical scope varies significantly by state. Some states allow full ankle and rearfoot surgery, while others restrict podiatrists to forefoot procedures only. Additional surgical training or board certification may be required for expanded surgical privileges. Hospital credentialing may further define surgical scope.
Practice Scope & Prescribing Rights
VerifiedPrescriptive Authority
Granted
Controlled Substances
Schedule II-V controlled substances within scope of podiatric practice
Wound Care
Wound care management for foot and ankle conditions including diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wound care, and post-traumatic wounds
Orthotics & Prosthetics
Prescribing and fitting of custom orthotics and prosthetic devices for foot and ankle
Sports Medicine
Foot and ankle sports medicine including biomechanical assessment, injury treatment, and surgical repair of sports-related injuries
DEA Registration Required
State CDS Registration Required
Podiatrists have prescriptive authority in all states, including controlled substances. DEA registration is required for controlled substance prescribing. Many states also require a separate state-level controlled dangerous substance (CDS) registration. Podiatric scope includes wound care, orthotics, biomechanical assessment, and sports medicine within the foot and ankle.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $200.00 |
License Fee | $150 |
Renewal Fee | $300 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application and license fees | $350 |
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Renewal & CME Requirements
Verified2 years
Renewal Period
40 hrs
CME Hours Required
$300
Renewal Fee
CME Details
40 CME hours per 2-year renewal cycle; 4 CME credits controlled substance education (3.5 clinical, 0.5 DOPL tutorial) required; max 34 hours Category 1; volunteer healthcare credit: 1 CME per 4 hours work (max 6 credits)
Regulatory Board
Podiatric licenses must be renewed on schedule with the state board. Continuing medical education (CME) requirements vary by state, typically ranging from 20-50 hours per renewal period. Some states require specific topics such as pharmacology, infection control, or pain management. Board certification maintenance through ABFAS or ABPM may also be required.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedEndorsement Available
Yes
Reciprocity Requirements
Most states offer licensure by endorsement for podiatrists holding a license in another state. Requirements typically include APMLE passage, verification of residency completion, good standing in all current jurisdictions, and meeting any state-specific requirements such as jurisprudence exams.
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Utah offers volunteer healthcare CME credit (1 CME per 4 hours of volunteer work, max 6 credits). The controlled substance education requirement includes a specific 0.5-hour DOPL tutorial. Maximum 34 hours may be Category 1.
Utah requires a DPM degree from a CPME-accredited podiatric medical program.
All three parts of the APMLE (Parts I, II, and III) are required for licensure.
Completion of a 2-year CPME-approved podiatric residency is required.
Surgical scope in Utah: Full foot and ankle.
40 CME hours are required per 2 years renewal cycle.
Utah does not require a separate jurisprudence examination.
DEA registration is required for prescribing controlled substances.
Utah requires a separate state controlled substance registration.
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Utah requires a DPM degree and APMLE passage for podiatrist licensure. Surgical scope: full foot and ankle. A CPME-approved residency is required. All licensing is managed through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing - Podiatry.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.