Credentialing by the Academy signifies that you have practiced in the field of pain management for at least two years, have committed to on-going education in the field of pain management, have made a commitment to practice in an ethical manner, and have committed to promoting continuous quality improvement for the relief of pain.
What are the benefits of becoming a Credentialed
Pain Practitioner?
As a credentialed pain practitioner, you will have
greater professional visibility and the opportunity to
demonstrate your commitment to accountability,
professional growth, and continued practice in the
field of interdisciplinary pain management.In addition:
• You will receive a certificate indicating your
status as a Credentialed Pain Practitioner.
• You will be listed in the searchable database on
the Academy’s Web site, www.aapainmanage.org
• You will be listed in the Academy’s quarterly
magazine, The Pain Practitioner, at the time of
credentialing.
What is required to maintain Credentialed Pain
Practitioner status?
• Current licensure to practice, if applicable.
• 100 hours of CMEs (of which 50 are related to
pain or pain management) during the four-year
time frame.
• Your promise to practice in accordance with
the American Academy of Pain Management’s
Code of Ethics and Patient’s Bill of Rights.
• Remaining in good standing with federal and
state regulatory agencies and your professional
organizations.
• Maintaining your annual general membership
fee.
• Maintaining your re-credentialing fee every 4
years.
Note: By becoming a credentialed member of the American Academy of Pain Management, you will demonstrate your knowledge of interdisciplinary pain management. This credential is not board certification.
