What counts for Category 1 CME credits?
For complete, up-to-date information, please see: The AMA Physician's Recognition Award and Credit System.
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Activity |
Category 1 Credits Awarded |
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Attendance-based learning activities by accredited providers |
1 credit/hour of attendance; available in 15 minute (.25 credit) increments |
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CME activities in journals from accredited providers |
Generally 1 credit/article |
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CME enduring materials |
Per hour of study |
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Published articles (lead author) |
10 credits/article |
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Presentations at a conference |
5 credits/poster; 2 credits/hour of teaching Note: Credit may only be claimed once for repeated activities. |
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Specialty and subspecialty Board certification & continuing certification exams |
60 credits |
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Medically related advanced degree |
25 credits |
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Participation in a residency training program/fellowship accredited by the ACGME |
20 credits/year of full or part-time training |
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International conferences |
Per hour of attendance |
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Other meritorious learning experiences |
Determined ad hoc |
