Instructions for Online Submission of CME Applications

AAFP CME Accreditation is excited to offer CME providers the opportunity to submit their application online. It will save time and create a more efficient review process, plus you'll get $100 off the data entry fee that will apply to applications submitted by mail, fax, or e-mail. Another benefit is that AAFP will receive your application instantly. AAFP encourages going green and asks providers to use the online application instead of the paper application to help reduce paper consumption.

Each person will need to create an account before submitting their first CME application online. This process can be done even if a CME provider is not ready to submit a CME application.

To Create Account:

You will need your user name (e-mail address) and password to log in to submit your CME applications to AAFP online.

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Please keep for your files:

Log in to AAFP CME Provider Dashboard: www.aafp.org/cmea/login

User Name (e-mail address):

Your Password:
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1. Can I pay the review fee by check and still submit my application online?

Yes, providers are welcome to pay using a credit card or check. Once the activity information is entered online, providers will be able to select the desired payment option and print a receipt. When paying by check, providers must send the check and a copy of the receipt to AAFP. The review process begins once we receive payment in full.

2. We are applying for EB CME designation. How do I send the faculty documentation form(s) and supporting information to AAFP?

Once the application has been submitted online, you may fax one copy of the faculty documentation form(s), supporting evidence and a copy of your online confirmation of receipt to 913-906-6284, or submit the materials by e-mail to cmea@aafp.org or by mail to AAFP, Attn: CME Accreditation, 11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, KS 66211.

When submitting the supporting evidence, send only the pages where the evidence is cited and highlight the relevant text. Sending the full articles is not required.

3. I created a new account online and downloaded my tax exemption letter. When will I know I can log in and submit an application with the appropriate review fees?

AAFP will review and approve your non-profit status within 3 business days. AAFP will send you an e-mail once you're approved so you can log in and submit your application and pay the non-profit discounted fee.

4. I received an e-mail from AAFP about my account that includes a user name and password. I haven't submitted an application online yet. Why did I get this e-mail?

AAFP received a CME application from you by mail, fax or e-mail. The CME Accreditation staff has begun the review process by creating an online account for you and entering your activity information. Please keep the account information you received on file. When you are ready to submit your next application, log in online using the user name and password provided in the e-mail, and you'll save the $100 data entry fee.

5. How can I get more information?

For questions and support, contact the AAFP CME Accreditation Department at 866-274-7850 or e-mail cmea@aafp.org.