Price: $399.99 (Standard) + Optional Gift Card Add-on
Access: 30 months
Deliverables: 100 Hours AAPA Category 1 CME credit, 1,672 board-style review questions.
Maximizing your Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance requires a strategic approach that balances high-yield clinical review with financial efficiency. Most healthcare employers provide an annual CME budget, yet many providers fail to utilize the full value of these funds. By selecting the right program, you can fulfill your certification requirements while also securing educational tools that extend beyond the classroom.
At CME Review Courses, we provide a streamlined pathway to earn 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credit. Our content is designed by PAs for PAs, ensuring that the material is directly relevant to your clinical practice and the PANRE/PANRE-LA exams. Furthermore, our flexible pricing structure allows you to add Amazon or Apple gift cards ranging from $100 to $1,500 to your purchase, allowing you to maximize your employer-provided benefits.
Follow these five steps to ensure you are getting the most out of your professional development allowance.
Your first step is to confirm the exact amount of your annual CME allowance and the deadline for its use. Most contracts specify a "use it or lose it" policy, where funds do not roll over to the following year. If you have $2,000 or $2,500 remaining in your budget, a standard $400 course leaves a significant surplus on the table.
By understanding your total budget, you can plan for a comprehensive package. Our CME with gift card options are specifically designed for this scenario. If you have a $2,000 allowance, you can purchase the PANRE Review course and add a $1,500 Amazon or Apple gift card. This ensures that every dollar of your benefit is utilized for your professional enrichment, whether that involves purchasing new medical equipment, diagnostic tools, or educational electronics.
Efficiency in learning is as important as efficiency in spending. You should avoid generic CME programs that lack focus. The PANRE Review Course offered by CME Review Courses is built on a high-yield blueprint.
Because our content is written by physician assistants for physician assistants, the clinical scenarios and question banks reflect the actual challenges you face in the clinic and on the boards. We prioritize information delivery over academic fluff. With 1,672 board-style review questions, you gain access to a massive repository of clinical knowledge covering Cardiology, Pulmonology, Orthopedics, and more. This peer-driven approach ensures that the medical terminology and clinical priorities align with your professional standards.
One of the most common hurdles in utilizing CME funds for bundled packages is the reimbursement process. Many administrative departments require specific documentation to approve a purchase. Our "clean" receipt system is designed to remove this friction.
When you purchase a CME package with a gift card add-on, we provide a professional, itemized receipt that meets standard institutional requirements. We understand that clinical professionals need documentation that clearly states the purchase was for a "Medical Education Course" or "CME Review Package." By providing a clean receipt, we ensure that your reimbursement request is processed without unnecessary questions from HR or accounting departments. This system allows you to secure your 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME and your Amazon/Apple gift card in one transparent transaction.
The ability to add a gift card to your CME purchase is not just about the monetary value; it is about the ability to choose your own educational tools. We offer add-ons ranging from $100 to $1,500 for both Amazon and Apple.
This flexibility allows you to tailor your CME package to your specific clinical needs, effectively turning your employer’s allowance into a customized professional toolkit.
Once your purchase is complete and reimbursed, you have 30 months of access to the material. This is not a course you rush through in a weekend; it is a clinical resource you can use throughout your certification cycle. The 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 credit provided by the PANRE course is a significant portion of your NCCPA requirements.
Furthermore, if you need targeted credits in specific areas, our Pharmacology CME Review provides specialized Category 1 credit focused on drug interactions, contraindications, and management of chronic conditions. By engaging with this content, you are not just checking a box for recertification; you are maintaining the clinical excellence expected of a modern physician assistant.
The following scenarios are designed to reflect the high-yield content found in our PANRE Review Course.
Your patient is a 54-year-old male presenting with a 3-month history of progressive exertional dyspnea and a non-productive cough. He has a 30-pack-year smoking history. Physical exam reveals fine inspiratory "Velcro" crackles at the bases and digital clubbing. A high-resolution CT (HRCT) of the chest shows subpleural honeycombing and traction bronchiectasis. Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) demonstrate a restrictive pattern with a decreased DLCO.
Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Sarcoidosis
B. Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
C. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
D. Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Correct Answer: B. Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
IPF is characterized by the HRCT findings of honeycombing and traction bronchiectasis, typically in an older patient with a smoking history and restrictive PFTs. Sarcoidosis (Choice A) would more likely show hilar lymphadenopathy or non-caseating granulomas. COPD (Choice C) is an obstructive, not restrictive, lung disease. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (Choice D) is usually associated with a specific environmental exposure and shows ground-glass opacities rather than honeycombing.
Your patient is a 28-year-old female presenting to the clinic with complaints of palpitations, heat intolerance, and unintentional weight loss over the past two months. On physical exam, her heart rate is 112 bpm, and her thyroid is diffusely enlarged and non-tender. There is a mild proptosis noted on ocular exam. Laboratory results show a TSH of <0.01 uIU/mL and an elevated free T4.
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test to determine the etiology of this patient's hyperthyroidism?
A. Fine needle aspiration (FNA)
B. Thyroid ultrasound
C. Radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) scan
D. Serum thyroglobulin level
Correct Answer: C. Radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) scan
The RAIU scan is the standard test to differentiate between causes of hyperthyroidism, such as Graves’ disease (high, diffuse uptake) and thyroiditis (low uptake). FNA (Choice A) is indicated for thyroid nodules, not diffuse enlargement with hyperthyroidism. Ultrasound (Choice B) can characterize nodules but does not assess thyroid function or etiology of hyperthyroidism as effectively as RAIU. Thyroglobulin levels (Choice D) are used primarily as a tumor marker in thyroid cancer follow-up.
Your patient is a 62-year-old female with a history of hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes who presents with a sudden onset of "the worst headache of her life." On exam, she has neck stiffness and a blood pressure of 168/94 mmHg. A non-contrast head CT is performed and is negative for acute hemorrhage.
Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in the management of this patient?
A. Discharge with outpatient neurology follow-up
B. Lumbar puncture
C. MRI of the brain
D. Start high-dose aspirin
Correct Answer: B. Lumbar puncture
If a subarachnoid hemorrhage is suspected (sudden "thunderclap" headache) and the initial non-contrast head CT is negative, a lumbar puncture is mandatory to look for xanthochromia or red blood cells in the CSF. Discharging the patient (Choice A) would be life-threatening. MRI (Choice C) is not the immediate next step for ruling out acute subarachnoid hemorrhage. Aspirin (Choice D) is contraindicated until a hemorrhagic stroke has been definitively ruled out.
By following these steps and utilizing the resources available at CME Review Courses, you can efficiently manage your professional allowance while preparing for your certification exams with confidence. Secure your 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 credit today and maximize your CME budget with our gift card add-on options.
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