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StatPearls, LLC

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Arthritis
  • Erythema
  • Fever
  • Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious condition transmitted through the bite of infected ticks, primarily caused by the spirochete bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi in the United States and various Borrelia species in Europe and Asia. This disease progresses through three stages: early localized, early disseminated, and late disease. Initial symptoms often include a characteristic “bull’s-eye” rash (erythema migrans), fever, and fatigue. If left untreated, the infection can advance to affect multiple systems, potentially leading to neurological symptoms, cardiac complications, and arthritis. The late stage may present with chronic arthritis and encephalopathy, underscoring the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. Through this continuing education course, healthcare professionals gain valuable insights into the recognition of Lyme disease’s clinical features and the implementation of appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies. The course emphasizes the importance of a 2-step serologic testing process for accurate diagnosis and highlights the benefits of early antibiotic intervention to prevent disease progression. Participants learn how to effectively collaborate with an interprofessional team, including specialists in infectious diseases, neurology, and rheumatology, to enhance patient management and outcomes. This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive care, addressing various aspects of the disease and its complications, ultimately leading to improved patient recovery and quality of life.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

IPCE CreditsUp to 2 creditsAAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 creditsPharmacyUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 2 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 11 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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