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ABIM knows that we have many physicians whose lives have been upended by recent natural disasters. If you live or work near an affected area, we understand that the weather may have impacted your ability to take your Fall 2017 exam as scheduled. We have developed a series of options to help you get through this process as smoothly as possible. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-441-ABIM (2246) or email request@abim.org.

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MOC is a professionally determined standard that attests that an internist is staying current in knowledge and practice throughout his/her career.

Initial Certification indicates that physicians have met rigorous standards through intensive study, accredited training and evaluation and that they have the clinical judgment, skills and attitudes essential for the delivery of excellent patient care.

For more than 75 years, Certification by ABIM has stood for the highest standard in internal medicine and its 20 subspecialties.

Section: Internal Medicine Certification Exam

Internal Medicine Certification Exam Dates

Standard Exam Dates

Exam Date Options Registration Dates Late Registration Dates*
2017: Aug. 16, 17, 18, 21, 22 or 24, 2017 Dec. 1, 2016 through Apr. 15, 2017 Apr. 16, 2017 through May 1, 2017
2018: Aug. 17, 20, 23, 24, 27 or 28, 2018 Dec. 1, 2017 through Apr. 14, 2018 Apr. 15, 2018 through Apr. 28, 2018

* Requires a non-refundable fee.

Special Accommodation Exam Dates*

Exam Date Options Registration Dates Late Registration Dates**
2017: Aug. 21-25, 2017 Dec. 1, 2016 through Apr. 15, 2017 Apr. 16, 2017 through May 1, 2017
2018: Aug. 20-24, 2018 Dec. 1, 2017 through Apr. 14, 2018 Apr. 15, 2018 through Apr. 28, 2018

* These exam dates are only offered to candidates who have a documented disability requiring a special testing schedule, as provided under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please see the ABIM policy on Accommodation for Test Takers with Disabilities.

** Requires a non-refundable fee.

Important Notes:

  • All deadlines are as of 11:59 p.m. ET (Eastern Time) on the dates listed above.
  • All dates are subject to change.
  • Read more about how to Change or Cancel an Exam.
  • Read more about Exam Fees and Refund Policy.
  • It is the candidate's responsibility to be aware of and comply with registration deadlines. In fairness to all candidates, ABIM adheres firmly to its published deadlines for registration and late registration for its exams. Candidates are encouraged to apply early in the registration period.
  • Exam results will be released within three months of the exam date.