ABA Credential Maintenance 3

Question 1

Which of the following activities qualifies as a Practice Improvement (PI) activity under MOCA 2.0?

Accepted Answer

Participating in the AQI NACOR data registry

Answer

Participation in the AQI National Anesthesia Clinical Outcomes Registry (NACOR) qualifies as an approved PI activity under MOCA 2.0.

Question 2

Under MOCA 2.0, what happens to time-limited ABA certificates issued before 2000?

Accepted Answer

They require MOCA 2.0 participation to remain active

Answer

All time-limited ABA certificates, regardless of issue date, require MOCA 2.0 participation to maintain active certification status.

Question 3

A diplomate completes a simulation course accredited by the American College of Surgeons. How may this count toward MOCA 2.0?

Accepted Answer

It may qualify as CME if AMA PRA Category 1 Credit is awarded

Answer

Simulation courses that carry AMA PRA Category 1 CME credit can be applied toward the MOCA 2.0 CME requirement.

Question 4

What is the fee structure implication if an ABA diplomate allows their certificate to lapse before re-engaging with MOCA 2.0?

Accepted Answer

A reinstatement fee is charged in addition to standard MOCA fees

Answer

Diplomates whose certificates lapse face reinstatement fees on top of standard MOCA enrollment costs.

Question 5

Which body oversees the accreditation of CME activities that qualify for MOCA 2.0 credit?

Accepted Answer

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)

Answer

The ACCME accredits CME providers, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from ACCME-accredited sources are accepted for MOCA 2.0.

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