RPVI
Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)
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RPVI (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation) is a vascular ultrasound interpretation credential for physicians. The source page retrieved for this profile documents the RPVI-China variant, translated as "中国医师血管超声认证考试 (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation in China)," described as representing "the highest attainable standard in vascular ultrasound interpretation in China" and awarded and administered by the Alliance for Physician Certification and Advancement (APCA). Inteleos states it no longer awards the RPVI-China credential, but existing holders must still meet maintenance of certification requirements - an annual renewal fee, attestation, and continuing medical education (CME) credits - to keep it. The annual renewal fee is $25 USD, with the 2026 fee due by December 31, 2025; missing that date adds a $50 USD fee, for $75 USD total due by August 1, 2026, after which the credential is forfeited permanently. Holders also attest to an active Chinese medical license in good standing and must notify APCA within 60 days of any license restriction or disciplinary action. Preparation should center on the diagnostic interpretation skills the credential certifies: noninvasive vascular ultrasound interpretation across cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and abdominal/visceral circulations, built through structured case review and supervised reading. This page is independent study material and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Inteleos, ARDMS, or APCA; verify all requirements directly with the source.
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Is the RPVI exam still offered?
The source page addresses RPVI-China and states that "Inteleos no longer awards the RPVI-China credential." It does not state whether any other RPVI exam is currently offered. Confirm current availability directly with Inteleos/APCA before planning an application.
What does maintaining the credential require?
Per the source, holders must meet all maintenance of certification requirements: an annual renewal fee, attestation, and continuing medical education (CME) credits. The page also notes a re-test every five years as part of maintaining APCA certification validity.
How much is the annual renewal fee and when is it due?
The annual renewal fee for maintaining the credential is $25 USD. The 2026 renewal fee is due by December 31, 2025, and can be paid through MY APCA according to the source.
What happens if I pay late?
If the $25 USD renewal fee is not paid by December 31, 2025, an additional $50 USD fee is assessed. You must then pay a total of $75 USD ($25 renewal plus $50 reinstatement) by August 1, 2026 to regain Active Status.
What if I miss the August 1, 2026 deadline?
The source states that if you miss the final reinstatement deadline of August 1, 2026, you will forfeit your credential permanently. Treat that date as a hard cutoff rather than a soft target.
What do I attest to when I pay?
During online payment you attest that you actively practice as a physician in China, hold a valid medical license in good standing without conditions or restrictions, remain compliant with APCA compliance policies, will accrue required APCA-accepted CME hours, and will notify APCA of license actions or disciplinary matters.
How quickly must I report a license problem?
The attestation commits you to notify APCA in a timely manner not to exceed 60 days if your license or authority to practice medicine is restricted, relinquished, or revoked, or if you become the subject of any disciplinary action.
Who do I contact with questions?
The source lists [email protected] for customer care and asks that all email requests be sent in English. Compliance questions go to [email protected]. Note that the page does not publish exam format, duration, question count, or passing score.
How should I prepare for a vascular interpretation exam?
Build interpretation skill rather than memorizing facts: work through vascular ultrasound cases spanning cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and abdominal/visceral circulations, and practice writing concise interpretive reports with a differential and recommendation. The source does not publish a content outline or study guide, so confirm exam details with Inteleos.