HMCC Meeting & Event Compliance 2

Question 1

What is the AdvaMed Code of Ethics?

Accepted Answer

A voluntary code governing medical device industry interactions with healthcare professionals, including meals, training, grants, and demonstrations

Answer

The AdvaMed Code sets standards for medical device company interactions with HCPs, covering product training, educational grants, meals, consulting arrangements, and demonstration equipment, emphasizing ethical business practices.

Question 2

What are the requirements for continuing medical education (CME) accredited events?

Accepted Answer

Content must be evidence-based, free from commercial bias, with independent faculty selection and content development separated from commercial supporters

Answer

ACCME standards require CME activities to be free from commercial bias, with firewalls between commercial supporters and content development, evidence-based content, and disclosure of financial relationships.

Question 3

What is a needs assessment in healthcare education planning?

Accepted Answer

An evaluation identifying gaps between current and desired knowledge, skills, or practices to determine educational priorities

Answer

Needs assessments identify specific learning gaps among target audiences through practice data, quality metrics, and professional surveys, ensuring educational activities address genuine clinical needs rather than commercial interests.

Question 4

What are the compliance considerations for virtual healthcare meetings?

Accepted Answer

Virtual meetings have the same compliance obligations as in-person events regarding transfer of value reporting, fair market value, and educational independence

Answer

Virtual meetings must comply with the same regulations: speaker FMV compensation, transfer of value reporting for any meals delivered or gift cards provided, educational independence, and documentation requirements.

Question 5

What is the role of a compliance officer in healthcare meeting planning?

Accepted Answer

To review event plans for regulatory compliance, ensure proper documentation, monitor transfer of value reporting, and provide guidance on compliant practices

Answer

The compliance officer reviews event proposals against regulations and company policies, approves HCP interactions, ensures accurate reporting, provides compliance training, and serves as a resource for event planning teams.

HMCC - Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate Practice Test

HMCC - Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate Practice Test

HMCC Meeting & Event Compliance 2