Prior authorization certified specialist recertification

The PACS program is the only program focused on the information necessary to be a successful access and reimbursement professional

Warning

Failure to maintain your PACS™ certification on an annual basis will result in suspension

PACS® the badge of excellence

The Prior Authorization Certified Specialist (PACS) program is the first and only accredited certification for prior authorizations, access, and reimbursement in the world.

Achieving the PACS demonstrates the highest standards of knowledge and excellence. It also sets the stage for continual professional development through values centered on lifelong learning.

As a PACS certified professional, you must meet specified requirements to maintain and renew your certification every (1) year. Maintaining your certification is essential as a professional.

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Why should I recertify as a PACS® professional?

Elevate

Update your certification with the latest knowledge of Prior Authorization

Enhance

Maintain your professional growth and career prospects

Network

Demonstrate a continuous engagement within the PACS community

Impact

Make a difference in the lives of patients

What are the benefits of maintaining my certification?

Specialization in a growing field

Be recognized as an expert in a growing industry.

Salary increase

Give yourself better odds for better pay when you earn an accredited certification tackling a tough industry.

Graduate network

Gain opportunities to network with your prior authorization peers from across the healthcare industry.

Continuing education

Raise the standards for your industry through accredited certifications, knowledge checks, and more.

Requirements for renewing your PACS® certification:

Upon successfully completing the PACS program, your certification includes 1 year of coverage. After that term expires, you must recertify every year to keep your certification active.

Purchase your recertification from this page, using the same email address you originally used for the PACS program.

After your purchase, you may choose to complete 2 courses, 2 podcasts, or 1 course and 1 podcast any combination is acceptable.

Once you complete your 2 selected activities, the final attestation module will unlock.

After you review and confirm the attestation, your recertification for the year will be complete.

Your updated certification certificate will then be available for download. And your next recertification will be due within a year from the date of completing the attestation.

The cost for recertification is $99 USD.

You must choose at least 2 activites from the list below to maintain your certification.

Course: Patient Reported Outcomes

Course: Effective Communication

Course : Speaker Program

Course : Drug Literature Evaluation

Podcast : Accol! Open Sesame! Exceptions! The Sometimes Overlooked Path to Approval. (It’s Not Magic)

Podcast : Why Do Drug Launches Fail?

Podcast : Patient Journey & the Importance of Health Literacy with Irma Lucero

Podcast : Matrix Teams and How to Efficiently Measure Performance in Reimbursement Teams with Steve Fields

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