{"id":3546,"date":"2018-01-04T15:51:34","date_gmt":"2018-01-04T20:51:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/ihqi\/?page_id=3546"},"modified":"2026-04-07T09:51:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T13:51:39","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/ihqi\/programs\/ncmoc\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Find quick answers about getting started, earning credit, project approval, deadlines, and support through the NC MOC Program.<\/p>\n<p><!-- GETTING STARTED --><\/p>\n<section id=\"getting-started\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 26px;color: #163a63;margin: 0 0 12px\">Getting Started<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">What is the NC MOC Program?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">The NC MOC Program helps physicians and physician assistants receive credit for meaningful quality improvement work they are already doing. Depending on the work completed, this may include MOC Part IV credit or PI-CME credit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">Who is eligible?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Eligibility depends on the type of credit requested and the work being completed. In general, UNC physicians and physician assistants participating in eligible quality improvement activities may be able to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">How do I get started?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Start by reaching out to the NC MOC team to discuss your quality improvement work. We can help you determine which pathway best fits your role, your project, and the type of credit you may be eligible to receive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- EARNING CREDIT --><\/p>\n<section id=\"earning-credit\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 26px;color: #163a63;margin: 0 0 12px\">Earning Credit<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">How do I receive MOC Part IV or PI-CME credit?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Credit is tied to participation in eligible quality improvement work. Once your work has been confirmed as eligible, you will be guided through the attestation process so your participation can be reviewed and submitted appropriately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">What type of work is eligible?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Eligible work generally includes patient safety and performance improvement activities completed through the NC MOC Program. If you are unsure whether your work qualifies, the NC MOC team can help review it with you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">How long does the attestation take?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">The attestation process usually takes less than 10 minutes once you have the information you need. The NC MOC team can guide you through the form if you have questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- PROJECT APPROVAL --><\/p>\n<section id=\"project-approval\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 26px;color: #163a63;margin: 0 0 12px\">Project Approval<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">Do I need to submit my project for approval?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Not every activity requires project submission. If you are leading a structured quality improvement project and want it considered for MOC credit, your project may need to go through the approval process first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">What is required for project approval?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Projects submitted for approval should be clearly structured and ready for review. The committee looks for:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0;padding-left: 20px;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">\n<li>Alignment with ABMS requirements<\/li>\n<li>A defined quality improvement approach or method<\/li>\n<li>Baseline and outcome measures<\/li>\n<li>Appropriate support, feasibility, and sustainability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">What happens after project approval?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Once a project is approved, eligible participants may move forward with the attestation process for the work they completed as part of that approved project. This is the point when participant credit can begin to be documented.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- DEADLINES --><\/p>\n<section id=\"deadlines\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 26px;color: #163a63;margin: 0 0 12px\">Deadlines<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">When should I apply?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Apply as early as possible. Early submission gives the NC MOC team time to review your materials, answer questions, and support timely processing before board deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"background: #f7f9fb;border: 1px solid #d9e2ec;border-radius: 14px;padding: 12px 14px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight: bold;font-size: 17px;color: #163a63;cursor: pointer\">Where can I find current deadlines?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 10px\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;font-size: 15px;color: #374151\">Current deadlines are listed on the NC MOC webpage. Because timelines may vary, it is best to check the page regularly and reach out early if you are planning to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- SUPPORT --><\/p>\n<section id=\"support\" style=\"background: #163a63;color: #ffffff;border-radius: 16px;padding: 24px;text-align: center\">\n<h2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;color: #ffffff;font-size: 28px\">\u00a0Need Help Getting Started?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;color: #ffffff;font-size: 16px\">Contact <strong>Tracie Green<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #ffffff;text-decoration: underline;font-weight: bold;font-size: 16px\" href=\"mailto:Tracie.Green@unchealth.unc.edu\">Tracie.Green@unchealth.unc.edu<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find quick answers about getting started, earning credit, project approval, deadlines, and support through the NC MOC Program. Getting Started What is the NC MOC Program? 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