Credentialing Details Flashcards
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Under AAMA policy, which of the following is an approved source of CEUs for CMA (AAMA) recertification?
Answer: AAMA-approved educational programs, college courses, and professional seminars
AAMA accepts CEUs from its approved provider network, accredited college courses, and recognized professional development activities.
A newly graduated medical assistant from a CAAHEP-accredited program applies for the CMA (AAMA) exam. When is the earliest they may sit for the exam?
Answer: After completing the program and meeting the application requirements, including within the final semester if permitted by AAMA policy
AAMA allows graduating students to apply and, under certain conditions, sit for the exam near the end of their program before official graduation.
Which body is responsible for accrediting medical assisting educational programs under the CAAHEP umbrella for purposes of CMA (AAMA) eligibility?
Answer: MAERB (Medical Assisting Education Review Board)
MAERB is the committee that reviews and recommends medical assisting programs for CAAHEP accreditation.
A CMA (AAMA) moves from Ohio to Texas. What credential-related action is required?
Answer: Notify AAMA of the address change; the CMA credential itself is national and requires no state transfer
CMA (AAMA) is a national credential — it is not state-issued and does not need to be transferred or re-issued when relocating.
Which format is the CMA (AAMA) examination delivered in?
Answer: Computer-based testing (CBT) at authorized Pearson VUE centers
The CMA (AAMA) exam is fully computerized and administered at Pearson VUE authorized testing centers.
How is the CMA (AAMA) exam score reported to candidates?
Answer: A scaled score ranging from 200–430, with 430 being the maximum and a passing score set by AAMA
AAMA reports CMA exam results as a scaled score between 200 and 430, with the minimum passing score determined through standard-setting.
Which of the following best describes 'content area weighting' on the CMA (AAMA) exam?
Answer: The exam assigns a specific percentage of questions to General, Administrative, and Clinical categories
The CMA (AAMA) exam blueprint allocates set percentages of questions to General, Administrative, and Clinical domains.