AOBFP Longitudinal Assessment 2026-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Thursday, January 1, 2026 - Monday, November 30, 2026 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Final Deadline: Monday, November 30, 2026 Full Exam Fee: $225.00 Late Fee: $50.00 Not specified Details: 2026 AOBFP Longitudinal AssessmentDiplomates with certifications expiring in 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, or 2033 are required to participate in Longitudinal Assessment as part of their OCC requirements.Applications open October 1, 2025On or Before March 31, 2026 $225.00 Exam Fee (no late fees)On or After April 1, 2026 $275.00 Exam Fee (includes a $50.00 late fee) OCC Component 4: Diplomates with certifications expiring on December 31, 2026, must complete their required modules prior to the expiration date.Important Weblinks to bookmark: OCC Requirements & Overview: https://certification.osteopathic.org/family-physicians/occ-overview/occ-requirements/AOBFP LA FAQ’s: https://certification.osteopathic.org/family-physicians/occ-overview/component-3/lca-faq/ OCC Component 4: https://certification.osteopathic.org/family-physicians/occ-overview/component-4/AOA Physician Portal: https://physicianportal.osteopathic.org/
AOBFP Geriatric Medicine Longitudinal Assessment 2026-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Thursday, January 1, 2026 - Monday, November 30, 2026 Certification Level: Subspecialty Certification: Geriatric Medicine-Family Medicine First Deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Final Deadline: Monday, November 30, 2026 Full Exam Fee: $100.00 Late Fee: $50.00 Not specified Details: 2026 AOBFP Geriatric Medicine Longitudinal Assessment Diplomates with certifications expiring in 2026, 2033, or 2034 are required to participate in Longitudinal Assessment as part of their OCC requirements. 2026 Geriatric Longitudinal Assessment Fees: Applications open October 1, 2025 On or Before March 31, 2026 $100.00 Exam Fee (no late fees) On or After April 1, 2026 $150.00 Exam Fee (includes a $50.00 late fee) Important Weblinks to bookmark: OCC Requirements & Overview: https://certification.osteopathic.org/family-physicians/certification-process/geriatric-medicine/occ-requirements/ Geriatric Medicine LA FAQ’s: https://certification.osteopathic.org/family-physicians/certification-process/geriatric-medicine/geriatric-medicine-faqs/ AOA Physician Portal: https://physicianportal.osteopathic.org/
AOBFP Early Entry Initial Certification Written Exam 2027-01-12 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 12, 2027 - Thursday, January 14, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Thursday, November 12, 2026 Final Deadline: Saturday, December 12, 2026 Full Exam Fee: $400.00 Late Fee: $150.00 Remote Proctored Details: Application Open Date: 8/12/2026 2027 Early Entry Initial Certification Written ExamPlease note: This application is for the Early Entry Initial Certification Written Exam only. If you are interested in obtaining OMT certification, you must submit a separate OMT exam application. Applications for OMT exam will open on October 1, 2026. This exam is offered remotely from January 12-14, 2027. The online platform allows each candidate to take the written exam from the convenience of their home with a remote proctor. Exam Eligibility:You are a DO/MD in a Family Medicine residency.You must be in your final year of residency at the time of the examination.You have completed two osteopathic in-service exams (ISE) administered by ACOFP at time of application.Click here for details on the American College of Osteopathic Physicians (ACOFP) Initial Certification Grant Opportunity for current Residents. Please allow 4-6 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. The FINAL application deadline for the 2027 EEIC exam administration is December 12, 2026- NO exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of December 13, 2026. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including exam information, and notices.
AOBFP OMT Performance Exam 2027-04-01 Exam Dates(s): Thursday, April 1, 2027 - Thursday, April 1, 2027 Certification Level: Subspecialty Certification: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment-Family Medicine First Deadline: Friday, December 11, 2026 Final Deadline: Monday, January 4, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $500.00 Late Fee: $150.00 Louisville, KY Details: Application Open Date: 10/1/2026 2027 Initial Certification OMT Performance ExamThis exam will be administered on April 1, 2027, in Louisville, KY, in conjunction with the annual ACOFP conference. EligibilityCandidates are eligible for the OMT Performance Examination if they:Have completed an ACGME-accredited family medicine residency within the past six years, or are within six months of completing training.If graduates of a non-COCA-accredited college, have either: Completed an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency with Osteopathic Recognition (OR), as verified by the Director of Osteopathic Education; orCompleted the AOBFP-approved 50-hour Osteopathic Principles and Practice training requirement.Candidates must either currently hold a Family Medicine-only certification or have successfully completed, or submitted an application for, the AOBFP written examination.Note: The OMT Performance Examination is not a standalone certification examination and must be taken in conjunction with the written examination.Please allow 4 weeks for your application to be reviewed/approved. Once approved you will receive a detailed ‘Authorization to Test’ email confirming the date of your OMT performance exam only. Individual time assignments will be emailed 4-6 weeks prior to the exam. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to honor time assignment requests.The FINAL application deadline for the 2027 exam administration is January 4, 2027- NO exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of January 5, 2027.For details on what to expect on exam day click here to review.To view a sample OMT case click here.ACOFP Initial Certification Grant:To learn more about the ACOFP Initial Certification Grant for current residents please click here. Please be aware that AOA/AOBFP does not provide this grant. Exam fees are due at the time of application. Approved grant funds will be distributed directly to residents by ACOFP after successful completion of both the written and practical exams and receipts are provided for completed exams and airfare (or mileage).
AOBFP OCC/Reentry OMT Performance Exam 2027-04-01 Exam Dates(s): Thursday, April 1, 2027 - Thursday, April 1, 2027 Certification Level: Subspecialty Certification: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment-Family Medicine First Deadline: Friday, December 11, 2026 Final Deadline: Monday, January 4, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $500.00 Late Fee: $150.00 Louisville, KY Details: Application Open Date: 10/1/2026 2027 OCC/Reentry OMT Performance ExamThis examination is available to diplomates who have been in expired status for three or more years and wish to add OMT to their Family Medicine board certification.This exam will be administered on April 1, 2027, in Louisville, KY, in conjunction with the annual ACOFP conference. Please allow 4 weeks for your application to be reviewed/approved. Once approved you will receive a detailed ‘Authorization to Test’ email confirming the date of your OMT performance exam only. Individual time assignments will be emailed 4-6 weeks prior to the exam. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to honor time assignment requests.The FINAL application deadline for the 2027 exam administration is January 4, 2027- NO exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of January 5, 2027.For details on what to expect on exam day click here to review.To view a sample OMT case click here.
AOBFP Geriatric Medicine Initial Certification Exam 2027-04-13 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, April 13, 2027 - Tuesday, April 13, 2027 Certification Level: Subspecialty Certification: Geriatric Medicine-Family Medicine First Deadline: Saturday, February 13, 2027 Final Deadline: Saturday, March 13, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $1,000.00 Late Fee: $300.00 Remote Proctored Details: Application Open Date: 10/1/2026 2027 Geriatric Medicine Initial Certification Written Exam The exam will be administered remotely from April 13, 2027. The online platform allows each candidate to take the written exam from the convenience of their home with a remote proctor.Exam Eligibility:Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:Hold an active AOA board certification in Family Medicine.Hold an active, unrestricted medical license in the United States or Canada.Meet one of the following fellowship requirements: Have completed an ACGME-accredited Geriatric Medicine fellowship within the past six (6) years; orBe currently enrolled in an ACGME-accredited Geriatric Medicine fellowship program.Please allow 4–6 weeks for application review, processing, and approval. Following review and approval of your application, you will receive a detailed Authorization to Test letter via email. This letter will include instructions for scheduling your exam appointment.The FINAL application deadline for the 2027 Geriatric Medicine Initial Certification exam administration is March 13, 2027- no exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of March 14, 2027. *All correspondence, including exam details and notifications, will be sent to the email address provided in your application.
AOBFP OCC/Reentry Written Exam 2027-04-13 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, April 13, 2027 - Thursday, April 15, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Saturday, February 13, 2027 Final Deadline: Saturday, March 13, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $550.00 Late Fee: $150.00 Remote Proctored Details: Application Open Date: 10/1/2026 Fall 2027 OCC/Reentry Written Exam This examination is available only to diplomates whose certificates have been expired for a minimum of three (3) years. Please contact our office if you have any questions about your eligibility.The exam will be administered remotely from April 13-15, 2027. The online platform allows each candidate to take the written exam from the convenience of their home with a remote proctor.Exam EligibilityTo be eligible for the examination, applicants must:Have certification that expired on or before December 31, 2023.Maintain an active, unrestricted medical license in the United States or Canada.Submit documentation verifying completion of 120 CME hours during the previous three (3) years.Please allow 4–6 weeks for application review, processing, and approval. Following review and approval of your application, you will receive a detailed Authorization to Test letter via email. This letter will include instructions for scheduling your exam appointment.The FINAL application deadline for the Spring 2027 OCC/Reentry exam administration is March 13, 2027- no exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of March 14, 2027. * All correspondence, including exam details and notifications, will be sent to the email address provided in your application.
AOBFP Written Exam 2027-04-13 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, April 13, 2027 - Thursday, April 15, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Saturday, February 13, 2027 Final Deadline: Saturday, March 13, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $550.00 Late Fee: $150.00 Remote Proctored Details: Application Open Date: 10/1/2026 Spring 2027 Initial Certification Written ExamPlease note: This application is for the Early Entry Initial Certification Written Exam only. If you are interested in obtaining OMT certification, you must submit a separate OMT exam application. Applications for OMT exam will open on October 1, 2026.The exam will be administered remotely from April 13-15, 2027. The online testing platform allows candidates to complete the written examination from home under remote proctoring. Exam Eligibility RequirementsApplicants must meet all of the following requirements:Hold a DO or MD degree and be currently enrolled in, or have completed, an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency program.For this exam administration, applicants must also meet one of the following criteria: Have an anticipated residency completion date of October 13, 2027, or earlier; orHave completed an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency program within the past six (6) years. Click here for details on the American College of Osteopathic Physicians (ACOFP) Initial Certification Grant Opportunity for current Residents. Application Review & DeadlinesPlease allow 4–6 weeks for application review, processing, and approval. Following review and approval of your application, you will receive a detailed Authorization to Test letter via email. This letter will include instructions for scheduling your exam appointment.The final application deadline for the Spring 2027 exam administration is March 13, 2027- no exceptions. Applications with deficiencies will be denied as of March 14, 2027.* All exam-related correspondence, including notifications and exam details, will be sent to the email address provided in your application.
AOBFP Coronary Artery Disease Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Coronary Artery Disease ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27) (If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements) This course is designed to provide structure for the quantitative evaluation of current osteopathic care provided individually and in the aggregate by osteopathic physicians. The physician learner will identify where quality-of-care improvements can be made in osteopathic physicians’ offices and provide educational interventions. When you have successfully completed the module—including a required quiz—you will be awarded 10 (ten) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email. Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Low Back Pain Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Low Back Pain ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27) (If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements) This course is designed to provide structure for the quantitative evaluation of current osteopathic care provided individually and in the aggregate by osteopathic physicians. The physician learner will identify where quality-of-care improvements can be made in osteopathic physicians’ offices and provide educational interventions. When you have successfully completed the module—including a required quiz—you will be awarded 10 (ten) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email. Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Evaluation and Management of Patient with Diabetes and Obesity Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Evaluation and Management of Patient with Diabetes and Obesity ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27) (If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements) This course is designed to simulate the progression of counseling and treatment between a doctor and his patient. The physician learner will view simulated video encounters and answer clinical decision questions throughout. When you have successfully completed this module, you will be awarded 1.5 (one & a half) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email. Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Hypertension Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Hypertension ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27) (If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements) This course is designed to provide structure for the quantitative evaluation of current osteopathic care provided individually and in the aggregate by osteopathic physicians. The physician learner will identify where quality-of-care improvements can be made in osteopathic physicians’ offices and provide educational interventions. When you have successfully completed the module—including a required quiz—you will be awarded 10 (ten) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email. Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Evaluation and Management of Patient with Hypertension Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Evaluation and Management of Patient with Hypertension ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27)(If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements)This course is designed to simulate the progression of counseling and treatment between a doctor and his patient. The physician learner will view simulated video encounters and answer clinical decision questions throughout. When you have successfully completed this module, you will be awarded 2 (two) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email.Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Diabetes Module 2013-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - Monday, May 31, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Not specified Final Deadline: Monday, May 31, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $525.00 Late Fee: Not specified Not specified Details: Diabetes ModuleThis application is ONLY for physicians who currently hold an 8-year certificate (i.e., your certificate expires before 12/31/27) (If you currently hold a certificate that is valid for 9 years, please email our office regarding your Component 4 requirements) This course is designed to provide structure for the quantitative evaluation of current osteopathic care provided individually and in the aggregate by osteopathic physicians. The physician learner will identify where quality-of-care improvements can be made in osteopathic physicians’ offices and provide educational interventions. When you have successfully completed the module—including a required quiz—you will be awarded 10 (ten) 1-B CME credits. *All correspondence will be sent to the e-mail address provided on your application, including application approval and instructions. After submitting your application, you will receive email confirmation that your application was submitted along with a payment receipt. This does not mean your application was processed/approved, it confirms submission of your application to AOBFP. Please allow 2-4 weeks for review, processing, and approval of your application. You will receive approval and instructions by email. Please be aware- A cancellation/withdrawal of your application once it has been submitted will result in a refund, less applicable processing fees.
AOBFP Longitudinal Assessment 2027-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Friday, January 1, 2027 - Tuesday, November 30, 2027 Certification Level: Primary Specialty Certification Certification: Family Medicine First Deadline: Wednesday, March 31, 2027 Final Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $225.00 Late Fee: $50.00 Not specified Details: 2027 AOBFP Longitudinal Assessment Diplomates with certifications expiring in 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033 and 2034 are required to participate in Longitudinal Assessment as part of their OCC requirements. Applications open October 1, 2026On or Before March 31, 2027 $225.00 Exam Fee (no late fees)On or After April 1, 2027 $275.00 Exam Fee (includes a $50.00 late fee)
AOBFP Geriatric Medicine Longitudinal Assessment 2027-01-01 Exam Dates(s): Friday, January 1, 2027 - Tuesday, November 30, 2027 Certification Level: Subspecialty Certification: Geriatric Medicine-Family Medicine First Deadline: Wednesday, March 31, 2027 Final Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2027 Full Exam Fee: $100.00 Late Fee: $50.00 Not specified Details: 2027 AOBFP Geriatric Medicine Longitudinal Assessment 2027 Geriatric Longitudinal Assessment Fees: Applications open October 1, 2026On or Before March 31, 2027 $100.00 Exam Fee (no late fees)On or After April 1, 2027 $150.00 Exam Fee (includes a $50.00 late fee)