Workers' Compensation Sub-Specialty certification (CHCQM-WC)

Issued by American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians® (ABQAURP)

Diplomates may further validate their knowledge and experience by achieving Sub-Specialty certification(s) in: Case Management, Managed Care, Patient Safety/Risk Management, Physician Advisor, Transitions of Care, and Workers' Compensation. Sub-Specialty certification reflects dedication to the many associated areas of Health Care Quality and Management.

Type Certification
Level Advanced
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Case Management
Clinical Resource Management
Compensability
Disability Protocols
Independent Medical Exams (IME)
Legal & Ethical Issues
Regulations
Workers' Compensation

Earning Criteria

Sub-Specialty credentials are only issued to ABQAURP Diplomates who have successfully completed the HCQM Certification Exam. Sub-Specialty credentials may be applied for at the time of certification or any time during a Diplomate's membership period.
Sub-Specialty credentials are issued to Diplomates who meet the following requirements: Sub-Specialty application; hold a current, non-restricted license in each state licensed or certified (as applicable to profession); provide documentation of active involvement (at least 312 hours) within the last four years in Workers' Compensation; and complete a minimum of 24 hours of ABQAURP-approved continuing education pertinent to Workers' Compensation (HCQM Core Body of Knowledge hours apply).