Video

What CME Means to Me

Ever wonder who works at the ACCME and why we chose this field? “Meet” a few staff members as we explain why CME is important to us, in this short video!

Video

Your CME Mission Statement

An exploration of the CME mission as a strategic plan for your CME program, with Steve Singer, PhD, ACCME Vice President for Education & Outreach. This video was produced to be used in conjunction with participation in the Accreditation Workshop.

Blog entry

Available Now: Register Your CME Activities for American Board of Surgery Continuous Certification

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) and the American Board of Surgery (ABS) are pleased to announce that all accredited CME providers in the ACCME System are now welcome to register CME activities that meet ABS Continuous Certification… More

News Release

Accreditation Council for CME Announces New Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education

Media Inquiries Tamar Hosansky (312) 245-4066thosansky@accme.org

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) is pleased to announce new Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing… More

FAQ

Can an accredited provider ask an ineligible company for suggestions related to topics or speakers for CME?

No. There is no reason for a CME provider to request suggestions for speakers or topics from ineligible companies, since it is unacceptable to act upon their suggestions. CME providers cannot receive guidance, either nuanced or direct, from an ineligible company on the content of the activity or… More

Blog entry

CME for MIPS: How to Support Your Clinician Learners’ Participation in the Quality Payment Program

Since the introduction of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Quality Payment Program (QPP) in 2017 many accredited providers and their physician stakeholders have been actively pursuing approaches to meet new expectations for payment reform. As we are in the midst of 2018… More

Blog entry

ACCME Offers Guidance for CME Providers Related to Revised Industry Codes in Europe and Asia

The ACCME is aware of the changes to the codes of conduct that have been introduced by MedTech Europe, AdvaMed, and APACMed, organizations that represent the device manufacturing industry. Beginning in 2018, the … More

FAQ

How do I determine the size of my CME Program when applying for Accreditation with Commendation?

When applying for Accreditation with Commendation, you determine the size of your CME program by calculating the number of activities during your current accreditation term, using the best information you have at the time of your application. These are the ranges: Small program: 39 or fewer… More

News Release

Accreditation Council for CME Awards Substantial Equivalency Status to Federation of the German Chambers of Physicians

Chicago, IL

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) is pleased to announce that it has recognized the substantial equivalency of the continuing medical education (CME) accreditation system of the Federation of the German Chambers of Physicians.

More

FAQ

Does the ACCME require a CME committee?

No, there is no requirement that the provider have a CME committee.