PACS™ The Badge of Excellence
The Prior Authorization Certified Specialist (PACS™) certification 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 three (3) years. Maintaining your certification is essential as a professional.
Why should I recertify as a PACS™ professional?
What are the benefits of maintaining my certification?
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Specialization in a growing field
Be recognized as an expert in a growing industry.
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Salary Increase
Give yourself better odds for better pay when you earn an accredited certification tackling a tough industry.
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Graduate Network
Gain opportunities to network with your prior authorization peers from across the healthcare industry.
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Continuing Education
Raise the standards for your industry through accredited certifications, knowledge checks, and more.
Requirements for renewing your PACS certification:
The PACS™ credential is valid for three (3) years. To keep your certification active, there are two paths:
Recertification Option 1 : Completing ten (10) hours of continuing education modules provided by the ACMA and successful quiz completion of each module
Recertification Option 2 : Retaking and passing the exam
Additionally, an annual yearly attestation is required for either of the above paths.
The cost for recertification is $299 USD.
To recertify with option 1, choose ten (10) hours of continuing education from the following courses:
(Note each course is equivalent to 2 CEs. You must choose at least 5 courses from the list below to maintain your certification).
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Pharmacy Mobile Applications & Resources
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Patient Centricity
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Social & Behavioral Pharmacy
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Diversity in Clinical Trials
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Rare Diseases
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Prevention of Prescription Drug Fraud Waste and Abuse
PACS™ Recertification
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To begin your recertification, log into the ACMA online portal
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On your dashboard under available courses find PACS™ Recertification courses
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Choose either course option 1 or option 2
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Continue to payment