Pain Clinics: Application and Certification Process
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To become a certified pain management clinic, first review this application process. Pains clinics must be certified by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).
Pain clinics are privately owned facilities where providers treat pain syndromes. Treatments include interventional pain medicine or medication prescription. Find the complete definition in Wis. Statute § 50.60, Pain Clinics.
Before applying:
- Review state rules and regulations for pain clinics.
- Review pain clinic licensing and certification information. This information is important for initial and renewal certifications.
How to apply
To request applications materials, contact the DQA Bureau of Health Services, Licensing, Certification, and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Section:
- Email dhsdqaclia@dhs.wisconsin.gov
- Call 608-261-0654