Q. How can I become a Medical Administrative Assistant?
A. Typically a High School diploma or equivalent is required, formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, the next step is to sit for and pass an industry certification exam. Graduates of U.S. Career Institute’s Medical Administrative Assistant program are eligible to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
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Q. What does a Medical Administrative Assistant do?
A. Medical Administrative Assistants complete administrative and front-office tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Such as creating patient profiles, scheduling appointments, billing and posting payments.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified as a Medical Administrative Assistant?
A. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. The U.S. Career Institute Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares you to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Your CMAA exam fees, study guide and practice test are included in your tuition – up to a $213 value†.
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Q. Does this meet my Medical Administrative Assisting state requirements?
A. A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state.
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IMPORTANT State Licensing Requirements: Click here for more information.
Regulations and requirements for certification, registration, and licensure vary by state. Some states may include additional requirements beyond those offered in our course. Prospective students should contact the regulatory agency in the state(s) where they plan to work to confirm their requirements before enrolling in this course. Residents of WA will not be able to gain licensure as a result of this program. For information, see www.doh.wa.gov.
Most states do not require Medical Administrative Assistants be licensed, but prospective students should confirm this with their state.
Q. What is the salary for a Medical Administrative Assistant?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Administrative Assistants have a median salary of $42,000*.
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Q. How much does a Medical Administrative Assistant Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $1,239 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are
also available.
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Q. Is this Medical Administrative Assistant Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as a Medical Administrative Assistant?
A. Demand for highly skilled Medical Administrative Assistants can be found in doctor’s offices, hospitals, outpatient facilities, medical laboratories, and nursing care.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Medical Administrative Assistant program?
A. Skills covered in the Medical Administrative Assistant Program include Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Medical Records, Communication Skills, Medical Insurance, Psychology, Front Office Procedures, Medical Billing, Managing the Medical Office, Financial Management and more.
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