IMLC & 50-State Licensing Guide
Falcon Locum eliminates state licensing headaches. We handle 100% of the paperwork, fund all application fees, and leverage the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) to get you practicing faster.
Fully Funded Licensing
We reimburse and cover all state medical board fees, FCVS profile updates, fingerprinting costs, and DEA state transfers.
Expedited Interstate Pathway
Physicians with a State of Principal Licensure (SPL) in an IMLC state can obtain multi-state licenses in as few as 7–14 days.
Dedicated Licensing Analyst
No forms to figure out alone. Your assigned licensing specialist completes applications, requests verifications, and tracks board approvals.
IMLC Compact Member States
The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact allows qualified physicians to practice in member states with expedited licensure.
State-by-State Licensing Timeline & Fees
Requirements and processing times for the 10 highest-demand non-IMLC and complex states.
| State | Timeline | Fee | Key Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 8-16 weeks | $491 | Requires fingerprinting + FCVS, no IMLC, complex process |
| New York | 6-12 weeks | $735 | Requires NY-specific training attestation, IMLC eligible |
| Florida | 4-8 weeks (IMLC: 2-4 wks) | $505 | Requires FSMB profile, IMLC member |
| Texas | 8-14 weeks | $817 | Most expensive state licensing, requires 60-day postmark rule, IMLC member |
| Massachusetts | 10-16 weeks | $225 | Requires MA Criminal History Systems Board check, IMLC eligible |
| Illinois | 6-10 weeks | $300 | Requires IL-specific jurisprudence exam, IMLC member |
| Washington | 4-8 weeks (IMLC: 1-3 wks) | $530 | IMLC expedited pathway available |
| Pennsylvania | 4-8 weeks (IMLC: 2-3 wks) | $35 | Lowest in US, IMLC member |
| Alaska | 6-10 weeks | $600 | Remote hardship premium +20-35%, not IMLC member |
| Hawaii | 8-14 weeks | $345 | Unique island practice restrictions, not IMLC member |
DEA Registration Deep Dive
State Requirement
DEA Schedule II-V prescribing requires active DEA registration in EACH practice state
Transfer Timeline
DEA state transfer: 2-5 business days via DEA Diversion Control Division
Registration Fee
DEA fee: $888 per 3-year registration (2024 rate)
Telemedicine Rules
Ryan Haight Act requires in-person exam before remote prescribing (exceptions: VA, public health emergency)
Buprenorphine (MAT)
Requires DEA-X waiver (now rolled into standard DEA registration post-2023 rule change)
Falcon Locum Coverage
We cover 100% of DEA fees, state transfers, and CDS registration costs
APRN & PA Compact Licensing
Information for Advanced Practice Providers.
Nurse Practitioner Compact (NLC)
- ● Active in 41 states + DC; allows multistate practice for RNs/APRNs
- ● Full practice authority in 27 states (no physician supervision required)
- ● Restricted in 13 states
- ● CRNA practice: State-specific supervision requirements vary
Physician Assistant Compact
- ● Active in 19 states as of 2024; fastest growing compact
- ● All 50 states allow PA prescribing
- ● Collaborative practice agreements required in some states
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifies a physician for IMLC expedited licensing?
Physicians must hold a full, unrestricted medical license in a State of Principal Licensure (SPL), be board-certified by an ABMS or AOA board, have no disciplinary actions on record, and possess an active DEA registration.
How does Falcon Locum handle malpractice coverage across multiple states?
Every Falcon Locum placement includes comprehensive A++ rated medical malpractice insurance with retroactive tail coverage across all 50 states.