Are you DEA-registered?
You may owe the DEA an 8-hour training.
The DEA MATE Act (effective June 27, 2023) requires all DEA-registered practitioners to complete 8 hours of training on treating patients with opioid or substance use disorders — one time.
👥 Who it applies to
Every practitioner with a DEA registration number. No exceptions.
- Physicians (MD, DO)
- Physician Assistants (PA)
- Nurse Practitioners (NP)
- Dentists
📋 What the 8 hours must cover
- FDA-approved medications for SUD treatment
- Clinical management of opioid use disorder
- Overdose prevention
- Treating patients with opioid or substance use disorders
Are you compliant?
DEA registered before June 2023 and haven't renewed since
Required at next renewalThe training is required at your NEXT DEA renewal. DEA registrations expire every 3 years.
DEA registered or renewed on/after June 27, 2023
Required nowThe training was required at the time of your registration or renewal. If you haven't completed it, do so now.
Completed 8 hours of qualifying SUD/opioid training
Compliant ✓You are compliant. Training that counts: any ACCME/AOA-accredited course covering SUD, OUD, or opioid prescribing that totals ≥8 hours.
Quick self-check
When did you last register or renew your DEA?
Not sure of your DEA date? Check DEA.gov →
Recommended course
Hippo Education: OUD Decoded
12.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ — satisfies the DEA MATE Act 8-hour requirement. Covers opioid use disorder diagnosis, treatment, and clinical management.
ClearCME does not receive compensation from Hippo Education. This is an independent recommendation.
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