What documentation does a physician receive for participating in a CME activity provided by an accredited CME provider? How long must providers maintain participation records?
Many accredited CME providers will issue a credit certificate or transcript at the completion of an activity. Accredited CME providers are required to make available documentation on credits claimed at the physician’s request. These records must be maintained by the CME provider for at least six years. (Please note that some providers place a limit on the amount of time you have to claim your credit, but once claimed they must keep the records for six years from the date of the activity.
Many accredited CME providers will issue a credit certificate or transcript at the completion of an activity. Accredited CME providers are required to make available documentation on credits claimed at the physician’s request. These records must be maintained by the CME provider for at least six years.
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