ABFM Exams
Initial Certification and Maintenance of Certification
The ABFM exam is a computer-based exam that is typically offered two times each year and is part of the Family Medicine Certification process. The exam is administered by Prometric. You must apply to take the test and, once your application is accepted, you may schedule your exam date, exam center, and seat location. There are nearly 350 Prometric testing locations in the United States and Canada (as well as 140 international locations) where you can take the ABFM exam.
You can view the list of exam dates on the ABFM web site. We have included the exam schedule below:
| Exam Dates | Registration for ABFM Exam Must Occur Between… | Schedule a Seat by… | Tentative Examination Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2023: Apr. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28 2023. | Oct. 21, 2022 and Mar. 20, 2023 (late fee after Feb. 27, 2023) | Feb. 13, 2023 | Jun. 16, 2023 |
| Fall 2023: Nov. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 and Oct. 23, 2023 (late fee after Sep. 25, 2023) | Sep. 11, 2023 | Dec. 29, 2023 |
Learn more about the ABFM exam blueprint and what to expect the day of the ABFM exam.