COI in Healthcare

This course provides foundational training on conflicts of interest for healthcare professionals.

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About this Course

This video-based course explores the legal requirements and best practices for navigating the relationship between healthcare providers and industry entities, including gifts from industry, individuals who have financial relationships with vendors, the impact of transparency and disclosure requirements, and institutional conflicts of interest.

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Language Availability: English

Suggested Audiences: Administrators, Compliance Professionals, General Counsel, Healthcare Professionals, Institutional Leadership, Lawyers, Physicians, Staff

Organizational Subscription Price: Included in Conflicts of Interest and Commitment series, available as part of an organizational subscription package or for $675 per year/per site as a subscription add-on for government and non-profit organizations; $750 per year/per site as a subscription add-on for for-profit organizations
Independent Learner Price: $110 per person

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Course Content

Introduction to Conflicts of Interest CME/CEU Badge

This module sets the foundation for this course by introducing potential concerns related to financial ties with industry. Learners also explore some of the applicable legal and institutional requirements for healthcare professionals. The module concludes with a review of the rationale for institutional policies that apply to healthcare professionals.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21047 (English)
Author(s): Kaley Klanica, JD, MPH - University of Minnesota

Gifts, Meals, and Entertainment CME/CEU Badge

In this module, learners explore federal and select state laws applicable to giving and receiving gifts, such as meals and entertainment. It also presents best practices and established recommendations for accepting gifts from industry. The module concludes by discussing restrictions that may apply to healthcare professionals.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21048 (English)
Author(s): Kaley Klanica, JD, MPH - University of Minnesota

Financial Relationships with Vendors CME/CEU Badge

In this module, learners review ways to build and maintain appropriate collaborations with industry, including techniques and strategies used to manage industry relationships effectively. The module also reviews how accredited continuing education has handled the acceptance of financial support from commercial entities.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21049 (English)
Author(s): Kaley Klanica, JD, MPH - University of Minnesota

Transparency and Disclosure CME/CEU Badge

This module describes the Open Payments database and related requirements. Learners also review the effects of increased transparency around industry relationships. The module concludes by discussing how the Open Payments database relates to healthcare professionals.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21050 (English)
Author(s): Kaley Klanica, JD, MPH - University of Minnesota

Institutional Conflicts of Interest and Conclusion CME/CEU Badge

In this last module, learners explore the differences between individual and institutional conflicts of interest. The module reviews the unique challenges presented by conflicts held by institutional leaders.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21051 (English)
Author(s): Kaley Klanica, JD, MPH - University of Minnesota


CME/CEU Credits

To purchase CE credits and units, you need to be affiliated with an organization that subscribes to this course or buy it as an independent learner first. Learn more about CE/CME Credits.

Physicians
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
5 Credit
(5 CE certified modules)
$80
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Psychologists
CEP Credit/Hour
5 Credit
(5 CE certified modules)
$80
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Pharmacists
CPE Contact Hour
5 Credit
(5 CE certified modules)
$80
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Dentists
ADA CERP Credit
5 Credits
(5 CE certified modules)
$80
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Optometrists
COPE CE Credit
5 Credits
(5 CE certified modules)
$80
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Nurses
Nursing Contact Hour
5 Credit
(5 CE certified modules)
$70
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Dietitians
CDR CPEU
5 Credits
(5 CE certified modules)
$70
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Athletic Trainers
Category A hour/CEU
5 Credits
(5 CE certified modules)
$70
1 November 2023
31 October 2026
Other Participants
Certificate of Participation
5 Credit
(5 CE certified modules)
$70
1 November 2023
31 October 2026


FAQs

Who should take the COI in Healthcare course?

The suggested audience for this course includes healthcare professionals who may engage with industry and other sponsors in ways that could create conflicts of interest. This includes individuals at academic and non-academic institutions, such as physicians, staff, institutional leaders, and administrators.

How long does it take to complete the COI in Healthcare course?

Each module takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes to complete.

What are the standard recommendations for learner groups?

This course is designed for learners to complete all the modules in sequence.

Is this course eligible for continuing medical education credits?

This course does not currently have CE/CME credits available.

Why should an organization subscribe to this course?

Organizational subscriptions provide access to the organization's affiliated members. This allows organizations to train individuals across the organization on conflicts of interest in healthcare.


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