Publications

XML Learner Submission Technical Files

A zip file for IT professionals that are reporting participant data for activities registered for activities registered for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) or Continuing Certification programs. This file is useful to support both implementation of the web services (see below) and XML batch… More

Compliance Library Example

Program Analysis: #4

In reviewing the extent to which its CME program achieved its expected results as stated in its mission, the provider recognized that it had been designing activities to change learner knowledge, but not competence, performance, and/or patient outcomes. It also found that it did not know if the… More

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Submit a Complaint

As an additional safeguard, the ACCME has a Policy Regarding Inquiries and Allegations of Noncompliance, which it uses to respond to complaints from the public and the CME community about ACCME-accredited providers’ compliance with accreditation requirements.

To submit a complaint to the… More

Blog entry

ACCME Call for Comment on Accredited Education Delivered via Online and Social Media Platforms

Introduction

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) is pleased to invite you to participate in a call for comment about the delivery of accredited education via online and social media platforms. As platforms for delivering CME online have proliferated, ACCME… More

Compliance Library Example

Competencies: #4

The provider cited a relationship with its specialty certifying board to collaborate on the planning and provision of accredited CME focused on the content covered by the certification exam. 

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Compliance Library Example

Educational Needs: #3

The provider has a flexible application process for departments and affiliated hospitals that asks a series of short questions: 1) what’s the problem you are trying to address; 2) how do you know it’s a problem and what do you think is contributing to the problem; 3) are you seeking to change… More

FAQ

What is an FDA Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy?

The Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007 gave the FDA the authority to require manufacturers of drugs and biological products to put in place special programs if the FDA determines that safety measures are needed beyond the professional labeling to ensure that the benefits of… More

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Progress Reports

The ACCME’s notification will include the timeline, important milestones, and a description of the progress report process. Generally, a first progress report must be reviewed no more than one year from the date of the original finding. A progress report serves as an important opportunity for a… More

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Understanding Your ACCME Decision

Your ACCME decision will contain standard compliance language that describes the criteria for compliance with each requirement, and might also contain some specific language that explains ACCME's findings for some requirements.

CME providers that receive a decision of Probation or… More

Personnel

Graham McMahon, MD, MMSc

Dr. McMahon leads efforts to leverage the power of accredited CME to address national and international healthcare challenges. In collaboration with ACCME's governance, he oversees initiatives to fulfill ACCME’s mission and vision by setting standards for education that accelerate learning,… More