Since I passed the initial board examinations in radiation oncology prior to 1995 and have a lifetime certificate, must I participate in the MOC process?
No. Your lifetime certificate remains valid. However, you are strongly encouraged to participate in the MOC process to demonstrate your commitment to lifelong learning, and to document achievements in your continuing professional development. In addition, certain state, payers, or healthcare organization already require recertification within the last 10 years (i.e., the 10-year rule). The ABR will always support the lifetime certificate; but the states, payers and those who grant clinical privileges are independent.
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