Benefits of Using OCME for Your RSS
- Expert Guidance: Receive comprehensive support from experienced CME professionals.
- Accreditation Assistance: Ensure your program meets all accreditation requirements smoothly.
- Streamlined Processes: Save time with efficient administrative and application procedures.
- Compliance Support: Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Annual Updates: Benefit from meticulous document management and regular updates.
What is a Regularly Scheduled Series (RSS)?
An activity planned with multiple ongoing sessions offered weekly, monthly, or quarterly. Primarily organized and presented to the School of Medicine's professional staff. Examples include:
- Grand rounds
- Tumor Boards
- Morbidity & Mortality Conferences
RSS Applicants
An application must be submitted 6 months prior to the beginning of the course.
1. Designate Your RSS Activity Director (Emory Physician) and Series Coordinator:
- Responsible for file maintenance, record-keeping, and communication with the Office of Continuing Medical Education (OCME). Refer to OCME Policies and Procedures for detailed responsibilities.
2. RSS (CAF) Application:
- Complete the 2024 RSS CAF Application, signed by your Activity Director and Department Chair.
- Review and approval within 30 days; incomplete submissions will be returned.
- Required Attachments with CAF include:
- 2024 Financial Relationship Disclosure and Attestation Form
- Attestation forms from all speakers:
- Tentative Program Agenda/Schedule
- A list detailing session titles and objectives
- Commercial Support: signed Letter of Agreement and review Emory University's Travel Policies.
3. Attendance Documentation:
- No longer using participant rosters in 2024 and onwards.
- Learners: Must report attendance quarterly using Text-In Attendance or CME Online Portal (look for sign-in icon)
- Coordinators: Must upload attendance report to designated SharePoint folder(s) for verification purposes.
- For setup/assistance/training, contact tiffney.stringer@emory.edu
4. Credit Eligibility:
- Only physicians are eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
- Non-physicians receive documentation of participation that states that the activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
- Instruct learners that credit must be claimed for each session no later than 7 business days after the session has ended. Credits earned may be forfeited if not claimed online/via text within 7 business days after the session ends.
- Participant Transcripts can be obtained at https://med.emory.edu/education/cme/. Learners need to login to access the CME activity profile and transcript history.
5. Accreditation Statement:
Disclosure statements must be displayed at the start of each presentation in a slide deck.
6. Compliance Issues:
Consistent problems with documentation or failure to comply with ACCME, OCME, or School of Medicine policies will result in notification to the Course Director, the Departmental Chair, and the Director of OCME. Unresolved compliance failures will result in withdrawal of CME certification.