ABFAS Credential Renewal 3

Question 1

What is the length of the standard ABFAS credential renewal cycle?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

ABFAS uses a 5-year renewal cycle for its Continuous Certification (CC) program.

Question 2

The ABFAS Continuous Certification (CC) program replaced which older process?

Accepted Answer

Recertification examination

Answer

The Continuous Certification program replaced the periodic recertification examination that diplomates previously had to retake.

Question 3

Which organization's accreditation is typically accepted by ABFAS for CME credits submitted during credential renewal?

Accepted Answer

ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education)

Answer

ACCME-accredited CME activities are the standard accepted source of qualifying credits for ABFAS renewal.

Question 4

A diplomate wishes to submit CME credits from a journal article review activity. Which criterion must this activity meet?

Accepted Answer

It must be from an accredited provider and clinically relevant

Answer

Journal-based CME must come from an accredited provider and relate to the diplomate's foot and ankle specialty.

Question 5

Under ABFAS renewal rules, what is required if a diplomate's license to practice is suspended during an active certification cycle?

Accepted Answer

The diplomate must report the suspension to ABFAS

Answer

ABFAS requires diplomates to disclose any licensure actions, including suspensions, as part of their certification obligations.

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