Which licenses does a teleradiologist need?
The short answer
Generally, a full license in each state where the patients are, plus privileges at each hospital you read for. The IMLC offers an expedited path to licenses in member states once you qualify through your state of principal licensure. A few states have their own telemedicine rules, so check each board.
- Patient’s stateis the license that counts
- IMLCexpedites additional licenses
- + Privilegesat each hospital
How does licensing fit with credentialing?
- 01
License
Hold a full license in the patient’s state.
- 02
Credential
The hospital verifies your training, licenses, board status and history.
- 03
Privilege
The hospital grants privileges for the studies you will read.
- 04
Read
Only then can you read that hospital’s studies.
More on the hospital side in teleradiology credentialing.
How does the IMLC help?
The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact lets eligible physicians who qualify through their state of principal licensure apply for licenses in other member states through one expedited process. Each state still issues its own license and charges its own fees. Our IMLC guide covers eligibility and the steps; the current list of member states is on imlcc.com.
How many state licenses should you hold?
- Start with the states your employer needs most; that is where shifts are
- Add compact states efficiently through the IMLC once you qualify
- Keep renewals and CME on a calendar; each state has its own cycle
- Keep your CAQH profile current so each new license flows into credentialing
- Ask who pays for new licenses before you apply
Licensing with TeleRads
We help you plan and add state licenses, including through the IMLC, and we build your credentialing file for each hospital. See the role for what else we handle.
Questions
Does a teleradiologist need a license in the patient’s state?
Generally yes. The license must cover the state where the patient is, plus privileges at that hospital.
What is the IMLC?
The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, an expedited path for eligible physicians to obtain licenses in member states.
How many licenses do teleradiologists have?
It varies. Many hold several, focused on the states their employer covers, and add more over time.
Is a license enough to read for a hospital?
No. You also need credentialing and privileges at that hospital.
Does TeleRads help with licensing?
Yes. We help with state licenses and the IMLC, and we build your credentialing file.