Michigan Licensure

Michigan Licensure

In order to practice telehealth in Michigan, providers must be licensed to practice within the state.  Telemedicine services must be provided by a health care professional who is licensed, registered, or otherwise authorized to engage in his or her health care profession in the state where the patient is located.

There are some exceptions as well as licensure compacts that may exempt Michigan providers from that rule. Unless explicit exclusions exist, providers should assume that they must be licensed in Michigan in their respective field in order to practice telehealth within the state.

Exceptions: The following may practice in the state without a license:

Individuals licensed in other states who are providing care to traveling sports teams (includes United States Olympic Committee members)

Individuals authorized to practice in other countries employed by the US Public Health Service – may provide care to armed service members

Students in training programs with appropriate supervision and approval

Individuals in other states called in for consultation or treatment assistance by a Michigan provider

Military service members during the discharge of official duties – they must be reported to the relevant board within 30 days of employment

During disaster situations - Individuals who meet requirements for licensure but are not licensed

Individuals providing non-medical nursing who do not present themselves as health professionals (i.e. Ministers or other religious personnel)

Licensure Compacts:

Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMCL)

The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) allows physicians who are licensed to practice in one state within the compact reciprocity within states covered by the contact. The IMLC covers 37 states – this includes Michigan.

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Last updated: March 1, 2023