ABFM Continual Professional Development 3

Question 1

A family physician receives peer comparison data showing their diabetes HbA1c control rates are below the national benchmark. What is the most appropriate CPD response?

Accepted Answer

Enroll in a Performance Improvement Module targeting diabetes management

Answer

Performance Improvement Modules directly address identified practice gaps and fulfill both CPD and MOC requirements.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a recognized domain in the ABFM's core competency framework for family medicine?

Accepted Answer

Pharmaceutical Sales Proficiency

Answer

Pharmaceutical sales proficiency is not a recognized ABFM core competency; the framework includes patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning, systems-based practice, professionalism, and communication.

Question 3

How does the ABFM define 'practice-based learning and improvement' as a CPD competency?

Accepted Answer

Investigating and evaluating patient care practices, appraising evidence, and implementing improvements

Answer

Practice-based learning involves systematic self-assessment, use of evidence, and continual improvement in care delivery.

Question 4

A physician participates in a multi-disciplinary mortality and morbidity (M&M) conference. Which CPD activity type does this most represent?

Accepted Answer

Live interactive CME with case-based learning

Answer

M&M conferences are live, case-based educational activities that qualify as interactive CME with peer discussion.

Question 5

Under ABFM continuous certification, how frequently must physicians participate in the longitudinal assessment (FMCLA)?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

FMCLA requires annual participation, distributing assessment across the certification cycle rather than a single high-stakes exam.

(ABFM) American Board of Family Medicine Practice Test

(ABFM) American Board of Family Medicine Practice Test

ABFM Continual Professional Development 3