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  1. Which accrediting body specifically accredits medical assisting programs in postsecondary and vocational institutions recognized by the AAMA?

    Answer: Both CAAHEP and ABHES

    Both CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) and ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) are recognized by the AAMA for program accreditation.

  2. Continuing education units (CEUs) required for CMA (AAMA) recertification must total at least how many points over the 5-year cycle?

    Answer: 60 CEUs

    CMA (AAMA) recertification via CEUs requires 60 recertification points earned over the 5-year certification period.

  3. When displaying the CMA (AAMA) credential, the correct format is:

    Answer: Jane Smith, CMA (AAMA)

    The AAMA requires credential holders to use 'CMA (AAMA)' to distinguish the credential from other CMA designations.

  4. Which of the following best describes the scope of the CMA (AAMA) as a national credential?

    Answer: It is a voluntary certification that demonstrates professional competency

    The CMA (AAMA) is a voluntary national certification that demonstrates a medical assistant's professional competency, not a government-issued license.

  5. If a CMA (AAMA) fails to renew the credential by the expiration date, what is the status of the credential?

    Answer: It becomes inactive and may be reinstated with a fee

    A lapsed CMA (AAMA) credential becomes inactive, and the individual may apply for reinstatement, which may involve fees or re-examination.

  6. The AAMA was founded in which decade?

    Answer: 1950s

    The AAMA was founded in 1956, making it one of the oldest professional organizations representing medical assistants.

  7. Which of the following content domains is included in the CMA (AAMA) examination blueprint?

    Answer: General, Administrative, and Clinical categories

    The CMA (AAMA) exam covers three broad domains: General (foundational), Administrative, and Clinical competencies.