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CLINICAL PATHOLOGY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - CPIP
CPIP
Analytes/procedures in bold type are regulated for proficiency testing by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Program Name Cases per Year Number of Shipments
Online cases in clinical pathology 12 (One per month.) Twelve cases per year; your CAP shipping contact will be notified via email when the activity is available


CPIP supports pathologists who principally practice clinical pathology as well as those who primarily practice anatomic pathology but cover clinical pathology. A diverse portfolio of real-life case scenarios, including images and clinical background, helps pathologists to stay abreast of issues and advances in the lab.

Designed for pathologists, by pathologists. Each case is developed and peer-reviewed ensuring what you learn is practical and easily applied to your work. Thought provoking questions with feedback allow you to assess and confirm your diagnostic skills. Participants may apply their earned credits to the ABP CC requirements.

Additional Information

Consider the CPIP program if you are a:

  • Medical director seeking to continuously improve the clinical pathology knowledge and collective skills of your pathology team.
  • Pathologist with clinical and/or laboratory management responsibilities.
  • Pathologist seeking CME or CC credits in clinical pathology.
  • Subspecialty clinical pathologist who needs to keep current.

To learn more visit www.cap.org and search CPIP.

Program Information

  • One online clinical laboratory case per month
  • Earn a maximum of 15 CME credits (AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™) per year

Shipping Schedule

  • Shipment A: January 17
  • Shipment B: February 21
  • Shipment C: March 21
  • Shipment D: April 18
  • Shipment E: May 16
  • Shipment F: June 20
  • Shipment G: July 18
  • Shipment H: August 15
  • Shipment I: September 19
  • Shipment J: October 17
  • Shipment K: November 21
  • Shipment L: December 19