National Healthcareer Association - CMAA Preparation Suite 3.0 Implementation Guide

Contents Overview

• About this Guide
• Description and Features
• Implementation Strategies
• Analytics and Reporting Tools
• FAQs
• Product Support and Technical Requirements

About This Guide

• Companion for CMAA Preparation Suite 3.0
• Aims to prepare for CMAA certification exam
• Provides training hours, tips for seamless implementation, and content details
• Not mandatory for exam success, only supplementary

Description of Preparation Resources

• Includes a Study Guide (online/printed), Baseline Practice Test, 4 Practice Tests, and Final Practice Test
• Study Guide aligns with test plan, but shouldn’t be the only preparation resource
• Practice Tests offer a variety of questions, some not found in the study guide, for a comprehensive preparation

Features of the Study Guide

• Covers Foundational Knowledge, Communication, Professionalism, Medical Law, and more
• Illustrations, glossary, quizzes, and case studies included
• Online version: Interactive features, EHR Simulations, flashcards, and professional tips videos

Online Practice Tests

• Align with CMAA test
• Baseline Test is timed, provides a practice exam experience
• 4 additional Practice Tests not timed but max 500 min, with rationales
• Final Practice Test mimics exam conditions, timed without rationales

Using the Certification Prep/Study Guide

• Promotes success and confidence
• Facilitates understanding of medical billing and coding
• Supports self-learning and faculty facilitation
• Can be viewed in both printed and online formats

Facilitator Tool Kit

• Provides resources for course customization
• Includes answer keys, reflection activities, PowerPoint presentations, and more

Implementation Strategies

• Map certification exam to course curriculum
• Use Baseline Practice Test to assess initial knowledge
• Sequential completion of Practice Tests required

Recommended Time Allocation

• Entire Study Guide: Approx. 10.85 hours
• Practice Tests: Approx. 13.5 hours
• Total Study Preparation: Approx. 24.3 hours

Module Breakdown

• Each module has recommended hours and quizzes
• Modules cover essential areas such as Foundational Knowledge, Communication, Scheduling, etc.

Best Practices for Facilitators

• Align study guide modules with course content
• Administer Baseline Test at course end
• Encourage time spent on Focused Review
• Use additional resources and invite field experts

Frequently Asked Questions

• CMAA Certification benefits: Provides foundational knowledge and skills for medical administrative assistants
• Exam preparation includes Baseline and Practice Tests

Technical Requirements & Product Support

• Contact NHA for assistance
• Refer to provided link for technical requirements

ISBN and Copyright Information

• Copyright 2023 Assessment Technologies Institute
• ISBN for printed and online study guides and practice tests provided

This implementation guide serves as a comprehensive resource for both learners and facilitators engaged in preparing for the CMAA certification exam, offering structured preparation and detailed guidance on using the provided materials efficiently.