Category: CME Requirements
Every year, many physicians are given a CME allowance by their organization or hospital. A CME allowance is a fixed dollar amount that is given out annually to physicians to…
Are you a physician, NP, or PA wondering what a fair CME allowance is in 2024? Unfortunately, CME allowances are not the same from organization to organization, so this is…
Did you receive a CME allowance that expires at the beginning of the year? Are you unsure how to take full advantage of your CME money? According to the 2018…
In the fast-evolving world of medicine, staying at the forefront of knowledge is a never-ending commitment. For medical professionals, maintaining board certification is a testament to their dedication to delivering…
Physicians need to earn a specific amount of CME credits every year depending on the state that they are licensed in. This can be confusing for many medical professionals, especially…
If you’re a physician looking to spend your CME allowance and expand your knowledge within your field, it’s important to make sure you are earning the correct credit types to meet…
Navigating the world of CME can be confusing. With so many acronyms to memorize, types of CME available, and associations to know, it’s easy to be overwhelmed. Don’t stress! We’ve…
In order to ensure that your CME programs are certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ there are a few key criteria that must be fulfilled first. If your CME activities…
What is CME? CME stands for Continuing Medical Education and is described by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) as “educational activities which serve to maintain, develop, or…
Most clinicians are required to earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits or Maintenance of Certification (MOC) points periodically to continue practicing in their state as well as maintaining their board…
In 2019, the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) introduced the Knowledge Check-In as a convenient alternative to the traditional MOC exam that is required by physicians every 10 years…
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many medical boards have made adjustments to their exam schedule and CME and MOC requirements. It can be difficult to keep track of these…
Similar to physicians, physician assistants, and other clinicians, most Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are required to complete a specific number of CME/CE hours to maintain their license to practice as well…
Many state medical boards require physicians to earn opioid CME credits to maintain their board license. With the misuse and abuse of prescribed opioid pain relievers on the rise, state…
There are a lot of factors that determine whether a medical professional needs to participate in Continuing Medical Education (CME) including the state you practice in, your specialty, your board…