{"product_id":"medical-administrative-assistant-certification","title":"Certified Medical Administrative Assistant with Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist + Medical Terminology (Vouchers Included)","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eThis program combines the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant program with training in electronic health records and medical terminology to give you a competitive edge in the healthcare field. You will learn the professional traits and responsibilities to become a vital part of the healthcare team. You will also be prepared for the national certification exams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e354 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) with Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) + Medical Terminology is an online program that will prepare you for a rewarding, in-demand career in the healthcare industry. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for medical assistants will grow 15% through 2033, which is much faster than the average job. In this dual electronic health records specialist certification and medical administrative assistant certification program, you will gain a wide range of medical office management skills that healthcare professionals need for a successful career in a medical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis all-inclusive National Healthcareer Association (NHA) aligned course can unlock the door to a thriving career. It offers valuable training in medical office management, legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts. Training also covers information on what is stored in an electronic health records (EHR) system, the steps required to implement an electronic health record system in a medical practice, how staff members and patients interact with EHR systems. This medical administrative assistant with EHR training even reviews what benefits these systems provide compared to traditional paper records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Medical Terminology course component introduces key concepts of medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interweaving of body systems in health and disease. The curriculum covers the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and immune systems, along with mental health and special senses, with exams at the midterm and final stages. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test-out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course, the standalone course, or advanced career training course bundles that include the Medical Terminology course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of this medical administrative assistant program, you will be ready to take the CMAA and the CEHRS national certification exams offered by the NHA. You will receive the study guide materials, access to practice exams, and registration fees for both. This course includes vouchers that cover the fees for the certification exams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunding Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of the Medical Terminology test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and\/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster the fundamentals of medical terminology and ethical best practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to manage patient visits, arrange follow-up care, and issue prescriptions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how to best read and interpret health records\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain a wide range of medical office management skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the basics of working with medical documents, medical billing, and coding processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eObtain the best financial practices for a medical center\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet a detailed overview across multiple areas in a certified medical administrative assistant, electronic health records, and medical terminology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify the professional traits that a medical assistant must possess\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscuss the various administrative job duties of a medical assistant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognize the importance of professional certification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep track of vital information such as patient allergies and medications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eJump-start your career as a health information clerk, medical records coordinator, electronic medical records technician, or electronic medical records specialist\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnow how to effectively communicate with prospective patients and fellow professionals in the medical industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how to create positive, efficient experiences for patients to make them more comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish the appropriate EHR system for your practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and the Electronic Health Record Specialist Certification (CEHRS) exams offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe CMAA and CEHRS certifications offer a strong foundation for career advancement in healthcare administration. With these credentials, you can become a lead administrative assistant, office manager, or specialize in medical billing and coding, taking on greater responsibilities and leadership roles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Terminology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting Started\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to Take This Course\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1–Midterm Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Musculoskeletal System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiovascular System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Lymphatic and Immune Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Respiratory System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Digestive System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Urinary System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMidterm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8–Final Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Nervous System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecial Senses: The Eyes and Ears\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Integumentary System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Endocrine System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMental Health\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMale and Female Reproductive Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinal Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertified Medical Administrative Assistant \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Assisting Foundations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional Behavior\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLegal and Ethical Issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Art of Communicating\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTelecommunications, Telephone Professionalism, and Telephone Techniques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWritten Communications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Office Environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatient Scheduling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging Medical Records\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Health Insurance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Coding: An Overview\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatient Accounts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInsurance Claims, Patient Billing, and Collections\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDaily Financial Practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging the Office\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePharmacology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing for Your Career\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertified Electronic Health Records Specialist\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn Overview of EHR and CEHRS \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat is an EHR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Importance of EHRs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEfforts to Encourage EHR Adoption\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEHRs in the Future\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Role of a CEHRS in a Medical Practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn Introduction to MOSS 4.0 \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMOSS 4.0 Components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdministrative\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBilling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHistory of EHRs \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eEHR Origins in Practice Management Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMajor Federal Initiatives to Promote EHR Adoption\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMIPS\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSteps to EHR Implementation \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep 1: Assess\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep 2: Plan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep 3: Select\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep 4: Implement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe EHR Framework \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eEHR Architecture, Hardware, Software, Networks and Interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHuman-Computer Interface (User) Devices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFunctional, Data Content, and Vocabulary Standards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeature and Data Formats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSecurity Controls\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid Health Records\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisaster Recovery\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHIPAA Requirements and EHR Systems \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat is HIPAA?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHIPAA and CEHRS\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHIPAA Privacy Rule\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHIPAA Security Rule\u003c\/li\u003e 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\u003cli\u003eRegistries and Reportable Events\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonal Health Records and Continuing Care Records\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonal Health Record\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunication Among Providers for Continuing Care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinuity of Care Record\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing Training and Technical Support of EHR Software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on a PC, or Mac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 10 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e 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Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Microsoft Word Online \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMedical Assisting: Administrative \u0026amp; Clinical Competencies\u003c\/em\u003e, by Michelle Blesi\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWorkbook to Accompany Medical Assisting: Administrative \u0026amp; Clinical Competencies\u003c\/em\u003e, by Michelle Blesi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following digital textbooks for the course are accessed via links in the lessons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eComprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition\u003c\/em\u003e (eBook)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou will receive an access code from your instructor to access MOSS 4.0. MOSS 4.0 is the simulated EHR you will be using during the course for your assignments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no prerequisites to take these courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to sit for the national certification exam, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRachael Delekta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachael Delekta is an MBA in Healthcare Administration and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist. Rachael has been in the health care field for over ten years. She has worked mostly on the insurance side of things, as a customer service manager for dental insurance, a claims and customer service coach, and a workers' compensation case management biller and auditor. She works daily with medical records and healthcare software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNancy Smith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. She worked as a medical office manager for ten years, where she recruited and trained all medical assistants. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJennifer Della'Zanna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer Della'Zanna has more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, having worked as a medical transcriptionist, practice administrator, biller, and coding specialist. She writes courses and study guides on the use of technology in health care and regularly contributes to publications about health issues. Della'Zanna is a member of the American Academy of Professional Coders and the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Albright College.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaTisha Cottingham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaTisha Cottingham has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has six years of teaching experience in the field of medical billing and coding and Medical Assisting. Currently she is employed as an HIM Analyst for a Long-Term Care establishment that is based out of Alabama. Previously she was employed as the lead instructor for the Allied Health Department for a local career institute. LaTisha's field of expertise is in the area of physician-based inpatient coding and Emergency Department coding. The certifications that she holds are as follows: a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), a Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). In preparation for ICD-10-CM, LaTisha received her ICD-10-CM\/PCS Trainer Certification from American Health Information Association (AHIMA), where she is currently a member. LaTisha is also a member of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the National Healthcare Association (NHA) where she is a test proctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHilary Khouri\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHilary Khouri has ten years of experience in the medical field. After college, she began her medical career working in the front office of a group practice handling daily administrative tasks. Her medical experience also includes working at a healthcare consulting firm, where she reviewed electronic health records for completeness and educated providers on documentation improvement in addition to performing risk adjustment coding. She holds a bachelor's in fashion merchandising from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) through the University of Alabama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunny Reeves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBunny Reeves is the senior ambulatory surgery coder at the Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She trains student coders at Maimonides Medical Center and previously trained and supervised entry-level coders at Staten Island's St. Vincent Medical Center. Reeves is a Certified Coding Specialist, accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedical Terminology Instructors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur medical terminology course section is taught by multiple experienced instructors. See here for a full list of these instructors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a Medical Administrative Assistant make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median medical administrative assistant salary is $43,380. Your exact salary will vary, and jobs are available everywhere, but the areas with the highest-paying jobs for administrative medical assistants include California, Texas, Florida, and Arizona.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a certified medical administrative assistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) is a certification earned by those who have proven their expertise in efficiently and effectively running healthcare offices. This nationally recognized designation is something that many employers are searching for in one of the fastest-growing careers today. Upon earning this certification, you'll be able to confidently handle correspondence, answer calls, schedule appointments, operate computer systems, as well as maintaining files, update and maintain patient information, and create operation reports for any medical practice—the essential duties for any administrative medical assistant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a medical administrative assistant do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified Medical Administrative Assistants possess a broad scope of knowledge and skills that make them ideal professionals for any ambulatory care setting, including medical practices, urgent care centers, ambulatory surgery centers, hospital clinics, same-day surgery centers, and dialysis clinics. They manage all the front desk activities, which is an integral role in healthcare as it allows doctors and other medical staff to focus on caring for patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this role, you will need to have excellent customer service skills as you are often the first person that patients connect with at a medical facility. You will need to be able to multitask, deal with stress well, use computer systems, handle money, and communicate clearly and concisely. You'll master all of these things and more!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do electronic health records specialists make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe median salary for electronic health records specialists is just over $48,780 per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the demand for administrative medical assistants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe demand for administrative medical assistants is high, and it is expected to grow 15% by 2033, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This job growth will result mainly from an increasing elderly population as well as advances in healthcare and medical office technology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between an administrative medical assistant and a medical assistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between an administrative medical assistant and a medical assistant is that while both positions can and do perform clerical tasks, a medical assistant also has the ability to perform some clinical tasks such as helping with examinations, giving injections, and preparing specimens for lab tests.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the CMAA a multiple-choice test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The CMAA exam consists of 110 multiple-choice questions. The questions are weighted so some are worth more points than others, and you must score a minimum of 390 points in order to pass the exam. The exam can be taken at a PSI testing center near you or through live remote proctoring at the location of your choice. You will be given 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete the exam.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a certified electronic health records specialist (CEHRS)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA certified electronic health records specialist (CEHRS) is someone who has demonstrated that they have the knowledge and skills to perform the important job of ensuring that patient data is secure, complete, and accurate. To achieve the nationally-recognized CEHRS designation, you must prepare for and pass the CEHRS exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre electronic health records specialists in high demand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! EHR specialists are in high demand, and jobs are expected to increase by 9%through 2033, with 15,000 job openings projected annually, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or retire.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do you work as an electronic health records specialist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic health records specialists work in a variety of healthcare facilities, including physicians' offices, hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, surgery centers, and government facilities. You may even be able to work from home in this career!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a day in the life of an electronic health records specialist like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA day in the life of an electronic health records specialist is one of multitasking. You will be responsible for auditing patient records, submitting reimbursement claims, processing requests for medical information, reviewing records, collecting insurance and demographic information from patients, and discussing patients with physicians and insurance professionals. There is a high need for specialists who are trustworthy and able to keep the information confidential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of test is the CEHRS certification exam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CEHRS certification exam is a multiple-choice test that consists of 110 questions. The exam must be taken at a PSI testing center, and you will be given 1 hour and 50 minutes to complete it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a certificate of completion. In addition, NHA Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam vouchers are provided to you in the format of a digital registration process to enroll for the exam after successful completion of the course and financial obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this course actually prepares you for two certifications. Upon completion of all your coursework, you will be prepared to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam, both offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). You will receive vouchers for both exams after successfully completing the course and your financial obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test-out of medical terminology content if I have previous knowledge of medical terminology?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This course includes two, optional, Test-Out Exam features that will allow you to test out of content and graded assessments if your score demonstrates the level of mastery required (80%). It does not count toward your overall score in this course if you do not achieve the minimum score required for mastery. \u003cem\u003ePlease note: Third party funded students may not be eligible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. 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Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. 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