Need CME Credits? Earn them with UpToDate
UpToDate is a go-to resource for healthcare professionals looking for evidence-based clinical information. But did you know it can also help you earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits? UpToDate offers a way to stay current in your field and fulfill your CME requirements simultaneously.
Why Earn CME with UpToDate?
- Evidence-based content: UpToDate synthesizes the latest research and expert opinions into practical recommendations for patient care.
- CME/MOC Credits: UpToDate allows you to earn credits, such as AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, AANP contact hours, and CFPC Mainpro+ Certified Self-Learning Credit.
- Broad topic coverage: With a vast library of topics across various specialties, you’re likely to find relevant information for your practice.
- Mobile accessibility: Access UpToDate and redeem credits anytime, anywhere, through the mobile app. Learn about how to access the mobile app through Lane Library on our mobile apps page.
- Integration with Stanford Medicine Electronic Health Record: UpToDate is integrated with the EHR, so you can automatically earn CME credits for research you do during your clinical workflows. You are automatically signed into your UpToDate account via the EHR, and all your activity will be available for CME credit.
- Direct MOC submission: UpToDate simplifies Maintenance of Certification (MOC) by allowing direct electronic submission of your earned credits to select ABMS boards. The following boards accept direct electronic submission of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ earned from use of UpToDate for MOC/CC requirements:
- American Board of Anesthesiology
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- American Board of Pathology
- American Board of Pediatrics
- American Board of Surgery
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What Makes Earning CME Through UpToDate Unique?
UpToDate stands out from other search tools because it’s more than just a database. It’s a comprehensive clinical decision support resource that combines the latest evidence with practical recommendations. Unlike simply searching for articles, UpToDate provides synthesized information to inform your decision-making. Additionally, the seamless integration of CME credit tracking and submission distinguishes it.
Getting Started with CME on UpToDate:
- Set your tracking method to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
- Select your board.
- Redeem CME credits.
- Monitor your MOC Status and History page for updates.
So, the next time you have a clinical question, turn to UpToDate. You’ll not only find the answers you need but also earn valuable CME credits along the way. Check out our Continuing Medical Education Guide to learn more about claiming CME through UpToDate and other library resources.
