Why is there an annual fee for MOC?
The ABR is a nonprofit organization. To sustain the mission of the board, revenue has to balance expenses. The board has done analyses in the past for initial and subspecialty certifications on a cost-per-candidate basis, and has used a similar process for the MOC fees determination. For those initiating a full 10-year cycle, the fee will be billed in equal annual installments over the 10 years. You must remain current with your payments throughout the MOC cycle. Current analysis and setting of fees are based on the development of a new ABR MOC division with creation of new space, the addition of a division chair and full-time staff, as well as significant Information Technology infrastructure. This division is expected to grow incrementally. Please note that the ABR reserves the right to make changes in its fees, policies, and procedures at any time, and cannot assume responsibility for giving advance notice thereof.
