Arkansas State Medical Board

For the Practitioner . . .

Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Assistant

Question:

How do I get a copy of my license registration card (wallet card)?

Answer:

There is an opportunity to print your license registration card (wallet card) by logging into your online renewal account at www.armedicalboard.org. Once you have logged into you online account, the opportunity to print the document is available at any time. It would be found under the Free Online Services, click on License (Wallet Card). Being that the license renewal process is available strictly online, the registration cards (wallet cards) are no longer provided by mail. If you have issues printing your license registration card (wallet card), please contact our support department at 501-603-3559 or support@armedicalboard.org.

Question:

Can I get a list of active MD's, DO's, PA's, RA's, etc. for a mailing list?

Answer:

Yes, you may register to purchase a mailing list at www.armedicalboard.org. You will then receive a link on the website to download the report. Once you access the link, it is suggested that you save the report to your computer as it will expire within 24 hours.

Question:

What are the requirements for a temporary license?

Answer:

Applicants may request that a temporary permit be granted only if they meet the educational requirements and have not passed the NBCOT examination (applicants that have already passed the NBCOT exam are NOT eligible for the temporary permit). Temporary permits are only for those waiting to either take the exam or they are waiting to receive their results from having taken the exam. Temporary permits can be issued only when every detail of the application process has been complete and is ready for Board approval. Temporary permits must be requested in writing (or indicated on the first page of the application) and the required fee of $25 must accompany their request. Temporary permits expire 30 days after the NBCOT eligibility date, and can be extended only by submitting a written request and an additional $25 fee.

Question:

How many CEU’s are required for an Occupational Therapist?

Answer:

10 hours per renewal period. Reference Regulation 6 in the Arkansas Medical Practices Acts & Regulations. The CEU's must have been obtained between the first day following last year birth month through the last day of your current birth month. Random audits are performed monthly. If audited, certificates of CEU completion are required to be submitted. Reference the Guidelines for Acceptable Continuing Education at www.armedicalboard.org.

Question:

How do I change my name?

Answer:

Submit a copy of the legal documentation (i.e. marriage license, divorce decree, etc.) and include a signed and dated request that indicates you wish to make a name change. Be sure to include your license number and your name that is currently on your license. Fax to 501-296-1972 or email to support@armedicalboard.org (Adobe PDF ONLY). Once the name change request has been processed, you may print a new license registration card (wallet card) by logging into your online renewal account.

Question:

How do I change my address?

Answer:

You may change your address information, phone numbers or email address by downloading the Change of address form at www.armedicalboard.org. The completed form may be faxed, emailed (pdf only) or mailed. For licensee's, you may change your address information by signing into your online renewal account. You will receive an automated email once the address has been updated. You may print a new license registration card (wallet card) by logging into your online renewal account.

Question:

Does ASMB require a criminal background check when applying for licensure?

Answer:

Yes. Once the application for license has been received in this office, the applicant will be sent a packet (to their private address) with the fingerprint card and the instructions. This will not be sent until the application has been received. Reference A.C.A. 17-95-306 in the Arkansas Medical Practices Acts & Regulations.

Question:

How long does the licensure process take for an Occupational Therapist license?

Answer:

The application processing time frame is based on the needs of each applicant’s file and how quickly the needs of the file are satisfied. Each file is processed in the order in which it is received. The more proactive, interactive and reactive the applicant is during the licensure process, the quicker the file can be completed. The Criminal Background Check can take 2 (two) to six (6) weeks for processing the results with the State and FBI.

Question:

What if my license has been expired for several years, can I reinstate my license?

Answer:

Any Arkansas occupational therapist/occupational therapist assistant, who has not renewed their license for five (5) or more consecutive years, will be required to reapply for reinstatement of their license. This process will be the same as applying for a full license and it will be necessary to complete the application process in its entirety, however any verifications in the original license file that can be reused will, but it is not guaranteed. The reinstated license will be considered by the Board after the application file has completed the licensure process. Reference A.C.A. 17-88-307 and Regulation 6 in the Arkansas Medical Practices Acts & Regulations.

Question:

Are there any special considerations for military service members?

Answer:

The Arkansas State Medical Board will escalate the license applications of current and former military service members, and their spouses per A.C.A. 17-1-106. Active Duty Service Members licensure, certification, or permitting of spouses of active duty service members. License renewal fees are waived for all active duty military service members.

Question:

When do I renew my license?

Answer:

The renewal of your Arkansas license is to be completed on the ASMB website (www.armedicalboard.org) during your birth month each year. Sixty days prior to your birth month, you will receive an email notification that it is time to renew your license for the next year. You will receive a second notification 30 days before the license expires. Failure to renew before midnight on the last day of your birth month will cause your license to automatically expire and will not be renewed without the appropriate late fee. If assistance is needed with the online renewal process, you may contact our IT Support department at 501-296-1802. Additional information regarding license renewal is located in the Arkansas Medical Practices Acts, reference Regulation 6.