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Joint Sponsorhip

What is the difference between direct sponsorship and joint sponsorship of CME activities?
A directly sponsored activity is one that is planned, implemented and evaluated by the accredited provider.  Include co-sponsored activities (provided by two accredited providers) in this category if you are...
Does an accredited provider have to report commercial support that is paid directly to a joint sponsor for an activity?
Yes, the accredited provider must report the full amount of commercial support received, even if the commercial support is distributed to other non-accredited joint sponsors.
How should income and expenses associated with jointly sponsored activities be reported?
If your organization is the accredited provider for a jointly sponsored activity, the income (commercial support, advertising and exhibit, or other) and expenses associated with that activity should be included...
Are there any special policies regarding jointly sponsored activities?
Yes. See the ACCME's Joint Sponsorship Policies.
Is there a required ACCME fee for joint sponsorship?
No. See ACCME's policy on joint sponsorship for more information.
Why will the ACCME not allow commercial interests to act as joint sponsors?
Joint sponsors are expected to routinely have a role in making decisions about the elements of the planning process specified in SCS 1.1. Since these decisions must be "made free...