The ABEM assures that Diplomates continue to assimilate new knowledge and techniques and continue to develop their clinical skills through the ABEM Maintenance of Certification Program (MOCP). The MOCP sets high standards for quality medical care and demonstrates professional accountability to the public by the ABEM and its Diplomates.  Diplomates are  required to document their continuing education in electrodiagnostic medicine over the course of the MOCP and take a proctored maintenance examination. Time-limited certificates were first issued to Diplomates in 1994, and are valid for 10 years.

To maintain Board certification, Diplomates certified after 1994 must successfully complete the MOCP. Diplomates certified prior to 1994 may participate in the program on a voluntary basis and must follow the process outlined in the MOCP. However, Diplomates certified prior to 1994 will not lose their Diplomate status if they withdraw from the program or are unsuccessful on the examination.