FMCLA Eligibility Requirements

Participation in the Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment (FMCLA) is available for Diplomates whose 10-year examination requirement is due to be met by December 31 of the year they begin participation in the assessment. For example, a Diplomate whose 10-year exam is due 12/31/2022 is eligible to begin FMCLA in 2022. Eligible physicians will need to meet the following requirements to enroll:

  • Submission and approval of online application by the published deadline
  • Continuous compliance with ABFM Guidelines for Professionalism, Licensure, and Personal Conduct which includes holding medical license(s) which meet the licensure requirements of the Guidelines
  • Continue to complete all certification activity and CME stage requirements by applicable deadlines