SPECIAL PURPOSE EXAMINATION (SPEX ®)

Test Accommodations for SPEX
The SPEX program provides reasonable accommodations to examinees with documented disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended in 2008, together (ADA). Disabled applicants who are covered under the ADA and require test accommodations should click here for information regarding the application process and documentation requirements. Requests for test accommodations must be made in writing at the time the SPEX application is submitted.

Note: Score reports and transcripts of examinees receiving test accommodations may receive an annotation. Score recipients who inquire about the annotation will be provided with information about the nature of the accommodation only.

Examinees who Require Personal Items in the Testing Room
Unauthorized possession of personal items in the secure areas of the testing center is prohibited (see personal belongings in the SPEX Information Bulletin). However, in certain limited circumstances, exceptions to this policy may be made for medical reasons, provided that permission is granted in advance of the test date(s). If you believe you have a medical condition that requires you to use medication, an external appliance, or electronic device in the secure areas of the test center, you must submit a written request to the address provided below or via email to spex@fsmb.org at least four weeks prior to their anticipated test date. You will need to explain the necessity for the exception and provide documentation from your medical professional substantiating your need to use the item(s) during test administration.

All personal items, including those permitted as an exception under this policy, are subject to inspection at the test center. If you bring an item to your test administration without obtaining permission in advance, you may not be permitted to test, may be required to relinquish the item, may be investigated for irregular behavior, and/or may have your score held until you provide adequate documentation from your medical professional.

SPEX
Federation of State Medical Boards
400 Fuller Wiser Road, Suite 300
Euless, TX 76039-3856