Orthopedic Surgery & Maryland CME Requirements
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery ⇱
At a Glance
120 total hours every 3 years
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery requires 120 ACCME Category 1 CME/SAE credits by year 3 of the MOC cycle, and an additional 120 CME/SAE credits by the second 3 year cycle. At least 20 Credits out of the 120 must be SAE (Self Assessment Examinations) or equivalent activities. All of these credits must be on the subject of Orthopaedics or Orthopaedic subspecialties. The evidence of cognitive expertise exam occurs at 10-year intervals. PIP (Evidence of Performance in Practice) requires submission of a case list.
SourceMaryland Board of Physicians ⇱
At a Glance
50 total hours every 2 years
The Maryland Board of Physicians requires 50 Category 1 CME hours every two years. Effective October 1, 2018: New and Renewal Applicants must attest to the completion of 2 Hours of Continuing Education, related to the Prescribing or Dispensing of Controlled Substances, when applying for a CDS registration.
SourceResources
In this online self-assessment activity, you'll test your knowledge with more than 550 Orthopedic Surgery case-style review questions and earn CME credits as you go. Review your responses with detailed, evidence-based rationales with references and earn up to 54 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ to meet your career requirements.
