What is the difference between Category 1 and Category 2 CME?
Category 1 hours are educational provider-initiated CME given by an ACCME or AOA accredited organization. You will typically receive a certificate from the accredited CME provider stating how many Category 1 hours you received for that particular course. Category 2 hours are physician initiated and self-reported by the licensee on an hour-for-hour basis. Please see the CME rule to see what’s included in Category 2.
