The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is pleased to announce a new, time-limited route that will allow former diplomates whose certification is currently terminated to reinstate their NCCAOM certification.
"Over the last few years, we have been receiving numerous requests and input from former Diplomates and other stakeholders nationwide regarding the current reinstatement exam and route," said Mina Larson, MS, MBA, CAE, chief executive officer of the NCCAOM. "Through our work with the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the accrediting body for our certification programs, we are excited to introduce a new, time-limited Reinstatement Route for former Diplomates, who meet the eligibility requirements, to return to active status without having to take the reinstatement examination. This route is especially important as NCCAOM certification is now required by federal agencies, employers, insurance companies, hospitals, and many third-party payors.
The new reinstatement route is expected to go live in December of this year and will allow all former diplomates who meet the eligibility requirements of this route to return to active status with the NCCAOM by submitting an application and reporting required continuing-education credits.
Editor's Note: Look for a comprehensive article from the NCCAOM regarding this reinstatement route soon.
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