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training and experience requirements for examination by the American Board of

Psychiatry and Neurology, or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and

Psychiatry.

Interpretive Guidelines §482.62(b)(1)

A physician is qualified to take the examination for board certification upon successful

completion of a psychiatric residency program approved by the American Board of

Psychiatry and Neurology and/or the American Osteopathic Board of Psychiatry and

Neurology.

Evidence that the physician meets the requirements for the position of clinical director

includes:

• Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and/or

certification by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry or;

• If no certification, evidence that the physician is board-certification eligible:

• To be admitted to the American Board Examinations, the following

conditions must be met:

• License without restrictions,

• Graduation from an approved medical school.

• A successful completion of an approved residency-training program.

Survey Procedures §482.62(b)(1)

Review the clinical director’s personnel (credentialing) file for evidence that the

director is board certified or eligible for board certification. Additionally, look for

evidence of completion of a psychiatric residency program approved by the American

Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and/or the American Osteopathic Board of

Psychiatry.