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Key Facts: NBCE Part III Exam
75-80%
First-Time Pass Rate
NBCE 2024
110
Total Questions
NBCE blueprint
3-4 hrs
Time Limit
NBCE
9
Content Domains
NBCE Part III
$710
Exam Fee
NBCE 2025
375
Passing Score
Scaled score
The NBCE Part III has a 75-80% pass rate for first-time candidates from accredited chiropractic colleges. The exam contains 110 questions over 3-4 hours covering nine clinical competency domains. Diagnosis and Case Management combined account for nearly 30% of the exam content. Passing Part III is required for chiropractic licensure in most states.
About the NBCE Part III Exam
The NBCE Part III examination tests clinical competency and decision-making skills required for chiropractic practice. The exam consists of 110 multiple-choice questions covering nine domains: Case History (11%), Physical Examination (9%), Neuromusculoskeletal Examination (11%), Diagnostic Imaging (11%), Clinical Laboratory and Special Studies (7%), Diagnosis or Clinical Impression (14%), Chiropractic Techniques (14%), Supportive Interventions (8%), and Case Management (15%). The exam includes both Traditional Multiple-Choice Questions (TMCQ) and Extended Multiple-Choice Questions (EMCQ) with clinical scenarios. There are two versions available: one with Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation (DXI) and one without.
Questions
110 scored questions
Time Limit
3-4 hours
Passing Score
375 (scaled)
Exam Fee
$710 (NBCE (National Board of Chiropractic Examiners))
NBCE Part III Exam Content Outline
Case Management
Patient follow-up, treatment planning, referrals, and ongoing care coordination
Diagnosis or Clinical Impression
Differential diagnosis, clinical reasoning, diagnostic criteria, and diagnostic labeling
Chiropractic Techniques
Adjustive technique selection, application, biomechanics, and contraindications
Case History
Chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, family history, and social history
Neuromusculoskeletal Examination
Spinal and extremity orthopedic testing, range of motion, palpation, and functional assessment
Diagnostic Imaging
Radiographic interpretation, MRI/CT analysis, imaging appropriateness, and clinical correlation
Physical Examination
Vital signs, general inspection, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and abdominal examination
Supportive Interventions
Physiotherapy, exercise therapy, nutrition, and lifestyle counseling
Clinical Laboratory
Laboratory test interpretation, special studies, and clinical correlation of findings
How to Pass the NBCE Part III Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 375 (scaled)
- Exam length: 110 questions
- Time limit: 3-4 hours
- Exam fee: $710
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NBCE Part III pass rate?
The NBCE Part III pass rate is approximately 75-80% for first-time candidates from CCE-accredited chiropractic colleges. Pass rates vary by chiropractic college and typically range from 70-85%.
How many questions are on the NBCE Part III?
The NBCE Part III contains 110 multiple-choice questions. The exam with Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation (DXI) includes 80 TMCQ + 20 EMCQ + 30 DXI questions. The version without DXI includes 100 TMCQ + 30 EMCQ questions.
What is the NBCE Part III format?
The exam is computer-based and administered at Prometric testing centers. Questions include Traditional Multiple-Choice Questions (TMCQ) with single best answers and Extended Multiple-Choice Questions (EMCQ) with clinical scenarios and multiple questions per case.
How is the NBCE Part III scored?
NBCE Part III uses a scaled scoring system with a passing score of 375. The exam is graded across all domains collectively.
When should I take NBCE Part III?
Most chiropractic students take Part III during their third year of chiropractic college after completing clinical coursework. Check with your state board for specific requirements.
What happens if I fail NBCE Part III?
Candidates can retake the exam. Remedial coursework may be required depending on your chiropractic college policies. There is no limit on the number of attempts, but each requires the full exam fee.