Disaster Medicine Application & Exam Fee Schedule

The following is the 2017 tiered pricing schedule for the Disaster Medicine application and written examination fees for initial certification.

 Application Dates and Fees

Application Fee Schedule for October 2017 Exam
Complete Application & Payment
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Application Fee:
February 15, 2017 $600*
February 16 – April 1, 2017 $800

*All applications must be complete at the time of submission. This includes ALL supporting documentation as specified on the Application Checklist found on the last page of the application packet.

Applicants who submit incomplete applications are NOT eligible for any early deadline or special pricing discounts. Payment for these applications will be processed at the regular application rate of $800. The Board will not schedule or review incomplete applications, therefore, submission of an incomplete application may delay the Board’s Credentialing review of your application and consequently may preclude you from taking the exam in your desired administration window.

Written Examination Dates and Fees

The American Board of Physician Specialties uses computer-based testing administration for all written exams. Our exams are offered at a network of testing centers throughout the U.S. and Canada and are given during month-long testing windows. The Disaster Medicine examination is offered in October of each year.

Registered candidates select the time, date, and testing location that is most convenient for their schedule, which may include evening or weekend hours at select centers.

Registration paperwork is mailed to approved candidates in July for the October exams.

October 2017 Exam Fee Schedule
Registration Forms & Payment
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Exam Fee:
August 8, 2017 $1099
After August 8, 2017 $1600

IMPORTANT!

Candidates for Written and Oral or Simulation examinations are responsible for arranging and direct remittance of all related travel and hotel accommodations and expenses.

ABPS will not be held responsible for expenses incurred beyond the cost of the exam, including but not limited to travel expenses and lost wages.

Simulation Examination Dates and Fees

2017 Simulation Exam date to be determined

Candidates must first pass the written examination before they are permitted to take the simulation examination. Registration paperwork will be mailed to approved candidates at least three months prior to the scheduled examination date.

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO DISCOUNTED FEE FOR EARLY REGISTRATION FOR THE SIMULATION EXAMINATION.

For current Simulation Exam fee, see table of Initial Certification Fees

THE SIMULATION EXAMINATIONS WILL BE HELD IN TAMPA, FLORIDA

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