NHA CMAA Exam Prep

NHA CMAA Exam Prep Already Graded A What is the meaning of the acronym NHA? Ans-National Healthcareer Association Describe the NHA Ans--helps further education -provides high quality certification exams -advocates for recognition of Allied Health Professionals -offers multiple pathways to obtain a certification -offers specialists to help guide process -customer service List the certification exam offered by the NHA Ans--Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) -Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) -Medical Assistant (CCMA) -EKG Technician (CET) -Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) -Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A) -Billing/Coding Specialist (CBCS) -Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) What is the meaning of the acronym CMAA? Ans-Certified Medical Administrative Assistant List the tasks that a CMAA may perform. Ans--review/answer practice correspondence -operate computer systems to accomplish office tasks -answer calls, schedule appointments, greet patients, and maintain files -update and maintain patient and other practice-specific info -coordinate operation reports such as time and attendence Describe the Candidate Eligibility Requirements to take the CMAA exam. Ans--have a high school diploma or GED (provide transcript) -successfully complete a training program or have a relevant work experience -Training: complete training with NHA or the military -Experience: 1 year of work in the medical field within the last 3 years What are the steps a candidate must take to obtain provisional certification? Ans-1. determine your eligibility 2. set up your NHA account 3. apply/schedule your exam 4. prepare for your exam 5. take exam 6. get your results 7. receive your official certificate How many questions are on the CMAA exam? Ans-110 multiple choice How much time is allowed for the CMAA exam? Ans-2 hours and 10 minutes In a bulleted list, summarize the General Testing Guidelines. Ans--a single session -not open book -no electronic devices -no eating/drinking -proctors provided -must bring #2 pencil/paper -may not leave exam room except at scheduled break Where can a test candidate go to practice the software interface for the exam? Ans-Take one of the practice tests on the website. How is the exam scored? Ans-The questions are weighted meaning some questions are worth more than others What is the passing score for the CMAA exam? Ans-390. 71.60% pass rate Describe the process for retaking the exam Ans--schedule exam (3 attempts)(wait 30 days) -if failed 3 or more times then have to wait 1 full year Describe the continuing education required to maintain CMAA certification. Ans--earn 10 continuing education credits every 2 years -offers online CE program -helps earn 10 credits