(a) An applicant who otherwise qualifies for a license under this title is entitled to sit for an examination as provided under this section or any regulations adopted to carry out this section.

(b) An applicant shall:

(1) Attain on the federation licensing examination or the United States Medical Licensing Examination a passing score as set by the Board under its rules and regulations; or

(2) Hold a certificate of proficiency and professional standing of:

(i) The National Board of Medical Examiners;

(ii) The board of medical examiners of this State or any other state that was issued before January 1, 1985;

(iii) The National Board of Examiners for Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, if the certificate is issued after January 1, 1971; or

(iv) The Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada.