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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PANRE exam and who needs to take it?
The PANRE (Physician Assistant National Recertifying Examination) is a recertification test required by the NCCPA to assess physician assistants' core medical and surgical knowledge. Certified PAs must pass the PANRE every 10 years to maintain their licens. It's designed to ensure that practicing PAs stay current with evolving medical knowledge and practices throughout their careers.
How often must a PA recertify their NCCPA status?
PAs must recertify their PA-C status every ten years during a 10-year certification cycle. Throughout this cycle, they must also complete 100 hours of Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits every two years.
What are the two options for PA recertification?
PAs have two options:
- The traditional PANRE, which is a one-day, multiple-choice exam taken at a testing center.
- The PANRE Longitudinal Assessment (PANRE-LA), which is a two-year, take-at-home, quarterly assessment.
How do I register for the PANRE or PANRE-LA?
Log into your NCCPA personal account at NCCPA. Select your exam type (traditional or LA) in year 7-8. Pay the $350 fee online. For traditional, schedule with Prometric once approved. For PANRE-LA, it auto-starts quarterly after registration. You'll need your certification number and proof of CME. The process takes a few weeks, so start early.
How should I prepare for the PANRE?
Start 3-6 months out with the NCCPA content blueprint as your guide. Use practice question banks (like Rosh Review, UWorld, or NCCPA's own samples). Focus on high-yield topics like cardiology and infectious disease. Do Prephow PANRE practice tests to build stamina. Track weak areas with CME. Many PAs join study groups or use apps for daily questions. Aim for 100-200 practice questions weekly.
How much does the PANRE cost, and what about retakes?
The base fee is $350 for either version (payable to NCCPA). Traditional adds Prometric site fees if applicable. Retakes: You get up to 4 attempts total in your cycle, with at least 90 days between tries. Each retake costs another $350. PANRE-LA has built-in flexibility—no full retakes needed if you miss quarters, but you must complete all by year 9.
What is on the PANRE? What is the exam blueprint?
The PANRE is based on a content blueprint that covers a wide range of medical and surgical knowledge relevant to all PAs, regardless of their specialty. The content is organized by organ systems and diseases. The table below shows the content distribution.
- Cardiovascular System
- Dermatologic System
- Endocrine System
- Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat
- Gastrointestinal System/Nutrition
- Genitourinary System
- Infectious Diseases
- Musculoskeletal System
- Neurologic System
- Psychiatry/Behavioral Science
- Pulmonary System
- Renal System
- Reproductive System
- Other/Emergent Topics
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