50-State Guide
Pennsylvania
Last updated June 2026
At a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| IMLC Member | Yes |
| FCVS | Accepted |
| NP Independent Practice | No |
| PA Independent Practice | No |
| Physician-Owned PC Allowed | No |
| Max NPs per Physician | No Limit |
| Max PAs per Physician | 6 |
Licensure
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Initial License | $360 |
| Renewal Fee | $360 |
| Renewal Cycle | Biennial |
| Annualized Cost | $180.00 |
| Controlled Substance Registration | No |
In-State Physician Requirement
MD must be licensed in PA. MD must be available on a “regularly scheduled basis”
APC Supervision
Nurse Practitioners
NPs require physician supervision in Pennsylvania.
- Maximum NPs per physician: No Limit
Physician Assistants
PAs require physician supervision in Pennsylvania.
- Maximum PAs per physician: 6
Additional Notes
Recently increased from 4 to 6.
Resources
- Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
- FSMB State Licensure Directory
- Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
Sources
Data compiled from state medical board websites, FSMB, and regulatory filings. Last updated June 2026.
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