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Maintenance and Reaccreditation Flashcards

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  1. A CMA (AAMA) wants to recertify using only examination rather than CEUs. Which statement is accurate regarding this pathway?

    Answer: The exam can be taken at any point during the active credential period

    A CMA (AAMA) may choose to recertify by re-examination at any time while the credential is still active, as an alternative to CEUs.

  2. What is the primary purpose of the CMA (AAMA) recertification requirement?

    Answer: To ensure CMAs maintain current knowledge and competency in medical assisting

    Recertification ensures that CMAs stay current with evolving medical knowledge, practices, and technology to deliver safe, competent patient care.

  3. Which of the following CEU activities would be classified under Category 2 (Approved Continuing Education Programs) for CMA (AAMA) recertification?

    Answer: An AAMA chapter-sponsored seminar

    AAMA chapter-sponsored seminars are live approved programs and fall under Category 2 (Approved Continuing Education Programs).

  4. How should a CMA (AAMA) document completed CEUs for the recertification application?

    Answer: Certificates of completion or transcripts proving AAMA-approved activity participation

    CMAs must retain and submit certificates of completion or official transcripts as proof of AAMA-approved CEU activities.

  5. What is the maximum number of Category 3 (Professional Activities) CEUs allowed per recertification cycle?

    Answer: 15 CEUs

    AAMA caps Category 3 Professional Activities at 15 CEUs per 60-month recertification cycle.

  6. A CMA (AAMA) who is recertifying asks whether CEUs from non-AAMA sources can count. Which answer is correct?

    Answer: Only activities approved by AAMA or its recognized providers qualify for CEU credit

    Only activities approved by AAMA or recognized by AAMA-approved providers count toward the CMA (AAMA) recertification CEU requirement.

  7. If a CMA (AAMA) changes their legal name during the recertification cycle, what should they do?

    Answer: Notify AAMA in writing and submit legal documentation of the name change

    CMAs must promptly notify AAMA in writing and provide legal documentation whenever a name change occurs to keep credential records accurate.