Certification

Why earn an AAHAM certification?

It doesn’t matter whether you are new to the healthcare revenue cycle or are a seasoned veteran, our family of AAHAM certification examinations offer a complete career ladder beginning with the Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist and culminating with the Certified Revenue Cycle Executive. We have a certification that will help advance your career.

“Since making the specialist certification a requirement in Patient Accounts, I have seen a huge increase in self confidence in my staff. It’s amazing how that trickles down. It has improved their ability to work together; Administration has more confidence in their knowledge and uses them as a trusted resource. They are able to handle more issues on their own without seeking assistance from others. By retesting for CRCS every three years, I and my staff keep current on the changes happening in healthcare. Their manuals are an invaluable resource and they refer to them regularly.”

AAHAM Certified Revenue Cycle Professional

Intended Audience

The Certified Revenue Professional (CRCP) Certification exam is intended for all supervisors and managers in the revenue cycle industry to help them effectively manage key aspects of the revenue cycle. This certification requires in-depth knowledge of functional areas, including registration, billing, credit & collections and revenue cycle management. Although Professional Certification is not a pre-requisite for Executive level certification, it is designed as a rung on the AAHAM certification ladder to Executive certification for those interested in pursuing the next level in their career path.

Exam Overview

The CRCP is a comprehensive online, proctored, four (4) hour exam designed for supervisors and managers covering revenue cycle subject matter, including patient access, billing, credit and collections and revenue cycle management. The exam is comprised of true/false and multiple-choice questions.

Eligibility

CRCP exams are available to National AAHAM members in good standing. The applicant must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a healthcare-related field or a two (2) year associate degree or a degree from an accredited university or college. A copy of your transcripts must accompany the application when using your education to meet the requirement.

CRCP Sections

Exam Format

The exam is comprised of four (4) sections that contain multiple-choice and true/false questions. Examinees must initially sit for all four (4) sections of the exam. Each section is graded separately, and each of the four (4) sections must be passed with a score of 70% or greater in order to earn the certification designation. If one (1) or two (2) sections are failed, a retake of those sections is permitted. If three (3) or more sections are failed, a retake of the entire exam is required.

Exam Retakes

Exam retakes for unpassed sections must be retaken within twelve (12) months from the initial exam date. Section retakes can be taken in between exam testing periods and need to be scheduled at least thirty (30) days after the exam retake registration has been submitted. Test takers are responsible for arranging the location and proctor for section retakes, either with their local proctor or through our online testing platform, ProctorU. A maximum of two (2) retakes are allowed. If the section(s) isn't passed after two retake attempts, the full exam must be registered in the next available testing period. Please contact certification@aaham.org for ProctorU requirements or with any questions.

Exam Refunds and Postponements

CRCP application fees are non-refundable and are non-transferable. There are no postponements allowed.

Grading

Grading is immediate upon completion of the exam. Results will be provided online.

Exam Frequency

The exams are offered on a monthly basis.  Please visit the AAHAM event calendar for the specific dates.  Applications to take an exam are due in to the AAHAM office 30 days prior to a testing period.

Exam Preparation

AAHAM certification examinations require comprehensive working knowledge of patient account management, governmental regulations and policies that govern revenue cycle procedures. However, hands-on experience is not sufficient; candidates will need to enhance and refresh their knowledge through independent and group study programs. Participation in study opportunities provided by your local chapter and/or the national organization is highly recommended.

Study opportunities include:

• A downloadable CRCP study outline included in the CRCP exam fee. The study outline can also be purchased separately.

• A comprehensive CRCP Exam Study Manual is available for purchase. The manual is designed to assist you in studying for the CRCP certification as chapters correspond to each section of the exams, with material targeted and geared toward exam questions. It features knowledge checks (practice questions) to help gauge your progress.

• Training and coaching opportunities are offered by local AAHAM chapters. For more information see the link above to locate the contact information for the Chapter Certification Chair in your local area.

Recertification

To see detailed information on recertification reporting and requirements, please click the recertification tab.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the CRCP Exam, please contact Matthew Hundley at the National Office.

AAHAM Certified Revenue Integrity Professional

Intended Audience

The Certified Revenue Integrity Professional (CRIP) exam is intended for anyone in the revenue cycle industry to help ensure that facilities effectively manage their charge master, and bill and document appropriately for all services rendered to a patient. This certification requires an in-depth, working knowledge of various revenue cycle areas and proper skill sets needed to increase revenue and reimbursement for facilities. It also ensures that proper charging takes place to maintain compliance within the insurance payer programs.

Exam Overview

The CRIP is a four hour online proctored exam that measures basic competencies in healthcare compliance.

CRIP Exam Focus Areas

1. Overall Review of Charge Capture
2. Ancillary Services
3. Surgical Services and Procedures
4. Recurring Outpatients and Clinical Services

Exam Format

The exam is comprised of four (4) sections that contain multiple-choice and true/false questions. Examinees must initially sit for all four (4) sections of the exam. Each section is graded separately, and each of the four (4) sections must be passed with a score of 70% or greater in order to earn the certification designation. If one (1) or two (2) sections are failed, a retake of those sections is permitted. If three (3) or more sections are failed, a retake of the entire exam is required.

Exam Retakes

Exam retakes for unpassed sections must be retaken within twelve (12) months from the initial exam date. Section retakes can be taken in between exam testing periods and need to be scheduled at least thirty (30) days after the exam retake registration has been submitted. Test takers are responsible for arranging the location and proctor for section retakes, either with their local proctor or through our online testing platform, ProctorU. A maximum of two (2) retakes are allowed. If the section(s) isn't passed after two retake attempts, the full exam must be registered in the next available testing period.  Please contact certification@aaham.org for ProctorU requirements or with any questions.

Exam Refunds and Postponements

CRIP applications are non-refundable, and non-transferable. There are no postponements allowed.

Eligibility

The CRIP exam is only available to national AAHAM members, in good standing.

Exam Frequency/Schedule

The exams are offered on a monthly basis.  Please visit the AAHAM event calendar for the specific dates.  Applications to take an exam are due in to the AAHAM office 30 days prior to a testing period.

Exam Preparation

AAHAM certification examinations require hands on working knowledge of patient account management as it relates to national governmental regulations and policies that govern revenue cycle registration, billing and collection procedures. Working experience is not sufficient; candidates will need to enhance and refresh their knowledge through independent and group study programs. Participation in study opportunities provided by your local chapter and/or the national organization is highly recommended.

Study opportunities include:

• A downloadable CRIP study outline included in the CRIP exam fee.

• A comprehensive CRIP Exam Study Manual is available for purchase. The manual is designed to assist you in studying for the CRIP certification as chapters correspond to each section of the exams, with material targeted and geared toward exam questions. It features knowledge checks (practice questions) to help gauge your progress.

• Training and coaching opportunities are offered by local AAHAM chapters. For more information see the link above to locate the contact information for the Chapter Certification Chair in your local area.

Recertification

To see detailed information on recertification reporting and requirements, please click the recertification tab.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the CRIP Exam, please contact Matthew Hundley at the National Office.

AAHAM Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist

Intended Audience

This exam is intended for revenue cycle staff with responsibilities in patient access, billing, account resolution, denial management, collections, cash posting, customer service, and self-pay collections. The exam focuses on knowledge required in revenue cycle functional areas including registration (front desk), billing, and credit & collections.

Although Specialist Certification is not a pre-requisite for Professional level certification, it is designed as a rung on the AAHAM certification ladder to the Professional certification for those interested in pursuing the next level in their career path.

Exam Overview

The CRCS is a two (2) hour, online, proctored exam that requires working knowledge within focused areas of the revenue cycle, including relevant regulations and acronyms, and are comprised of three multiple-choice sections.

Eligibility

The CRCS exam is available to individuals involved in the management of healthcare patient accounts. Membership in AAHAM is not a requirement, although it is encouraged. One-year employment in the healthcare revenue cycle is recommended to successfully complete the exam.

CRCS Sections

Exam Format

Examinees must initially sit for all three (3) sections, which contain questions in a multiple choice format. Each section of the CRCS exam is graded separately and all three (3) sections must be passed with a score of 70% or greater in order to earn the CRCS certification. If only one (1) section is failed, a retake of that section is permitted. If more than one (1) section is failed, a retake of the full exam is required.

Exam Retakes

Exam retakes for unpassed sections must be retaken within twelve (12) months from the initial exam date. Section retakes can be taken on-demand and need to be scheduled at least thirty (30) days after the exam retake registration has been submitted.  Test takers are responsible for arranging the location and proctor for section retakes, either with their local proctor or through our online testing platform, ProctorU. A maximum of two (2) retakes are allowed. If the section(s) isn't passed after two retake attempts, the full exam must be registered in the next available testing period.  Please contact certification@aaham.org for ProctorU requirements or with any questions.

Exam Refunds and Postponements

CRCS applications are non-refundable, and non-transferable. There are no postponements allowed.

Grading

Grading is immediate upon completion of the exam. Results will be provided online.

Exam Scheduling

The exams are offered throughout the year and can be scheduled on-demand. Applications to take an exam are due in to the AAHAM office 30 days prior to the scheduled exam date.

On-demand exam scheduling details

• The CRCS exams are offered on weekdays throughout the year, and on the second Saturday of each month.
• Technical Support will be available from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern time on exam testing dates. Arrangements can be made to provide support outside of the standard support windows as well by contacting certification@aaham.org.

Exam Preparation

AAHAM certification examinations require hands on working knowledge of patient account management as it relates to national governmental regulations and policies that govern revenue cycle registration, billing and collection procedures. Working experience is not sufficient; candidates will need to enhance and refresh their knowledge through independent and group study programs. Participation in study opportunities provided by your local chapter and/or the national organization is highly recommended.

Study opportunities include:

• A downloadable CRCS study outline included in the CRCS exam fee.

• A comprehensive CRCS Exam Study Manual is available for purchase. The manual is designed to assist you in studying for the CRCS certification as chapters correspond to each section of the exams, with material targeted and geared toward exam questions. It features knowledge checks (practice questions) to help gauge your progress.

• Training and coaching opportunities are offered by local AAHAM chapters. For more information see the link above to locate the contact information for the Chapter Certification Chair in your local area.

Re-Certification

To retain the CRCS certification designation, two (2)options are available:

• Option One - Retake and pass the entire exam every three years.

• Option Two - Join as a national member prior to your certification expiration date and earn continuing education units (CEUs).   Please note that your CEUs begin to accumulate starting the date you join as a National member, therefore any CEUs earned before joining AAHAM as a member aren’t eligible. Members must earn and report thirty hours prior to their certification expiration date. Fifteen of the CEUs must be obtained from attendance at AAHAM related educational programs. If membership and CEUs are not maintained, the designation will be revoked and can no longer be used.

To see detailed information on recertification reporting and requirements, please click or the recertification tab.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the CRCS Exam, please contact Kristen Reamy at the National Office.

AAHAM Certified Compliance Technician

Intended Audience

This exam is intended for all revenue cycle staff who must meet employers’ annual compliance training requirements. In today’s healthcare environment, compliance is of the utmost importance. Regardless of what role you have in the revenue cycle, understanding compliance is a necessity.  The compliance exam covers such topics as Fraud and Abuse, the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, HIPAA, Administrative Sanctions, and RACs. You can use your CCT Certification towards satisfying Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Requirements.

Exam Overview

The CCT is a ninety (90) minute online proctored exam that measures basic competencies in healthcare compliance.

CCT Exam Focus Areas

1. The seven elements of a healthcare compliance plan
2. Agencies that oversee healthcare compliance
3. Knowledge of the Office of Inspector General compliance recommendations
4. Non-compliance penalties

Exam Format

Examinees sit the online exam that covers all four (4) focus areas. Grading is immediate upon completion of the exam. All areas of the CCT exam are graded together and the exam must be passed with a score of 70% or greater in order to earn the designation. If the score is less than 70%, a retake of the full exam is required.

Exam Retakes

If the exam is not passed, the full exam must be registered for in order to retake the exam.

Exam Refunds and Postponements

CCT applications are non-refundable, and non-transferable. There are no postponements allowed.

Eligibility

The CCT exam is available to anyone involved in the management of patient accounts which involve government payers and compliance. AAHAM membership is not required, although it is encouraged, one year of compliance experience is recommended.

Exam Scheduling

The exams are offered throughout the year and can be scheduled on-demand. Applications to take an exam are due in to the AAHAM office 30 days prior to the scheduled exam date.

On-demand exam scheduling details

• The CCT exams are offered on weekdays throughout the year, and on the second Saturday of each month.
• Technical Support will be available from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern time on exam testing dates. Arrangements can be made to provide support outside of the standard support windows as well by contacting certification@aaham.org.

Exam Preparation

AAHAM certification examinations require hands on working knowledge of patient account management as it relates to national governmental regulations and policies that govern revenue cycle registration, billing and collection procedures. Working experience is not sufficient; candidates will need to enhance and refresh their knowledge through independent and group study programs. Participation in study opportunities provided by your local chapter and/or the national organization is highly recommended.

Study opportunities include:

• A downloadable CCT study outline included in the CCT exam fee.

• A comprehensive CCT Exam Study Manual is available for purchase. The manual is designed to assist you in studying for the CCT certification as chapters correspond to each section of the exams, with material targeted and geared toward exam questions. It features knowledge checks (practice questions) to help gauge your progress.

• Training and coaching opportunities are offered by local AAHAM chapters. For more information see the link above to locate the contact information for the Chapter Certification Chair in your local area.

Re-Certification

To retain the CCT certification designation, two (2)options are available:

• Option One - Retake and pass the entire exam every three years.

• Option Two - Join as a national member prior to your certification expiration date and earn continuing education units (CEUs). Please note that your CEUs begin to accumulate starting the date you join as a National member, therefore any CEUs earned before joining AAHAM as a member aren’t eligible. Members must earn and report twenty hours of prior to their certification expiration date. Ten of the CEUs must be obtained from attendance at AAHAM related educational programs. If membership and CEUs are not maintained, the designation will be revoked and can no longer be used.

If you are certified; CCT and CRCE/CRCP/CRCS; The CEUs you submit for those certifications may also be used toward your CCT CEUs.

To see detailed information on recertification reporting and requirements, please click the recertification tab.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the CCT Exam, please contact Kristen Reamy at the National Office.

Check continuing education units reported

Click here to access the CEU database, to check the status of your AAHAM Certification

You will need to use your last name and National AAHAM member ID#, to access this database.

CEU Reporting

Based on your suggestions, technology, and ecology, we have switched to an online CEU reporting form, we hope that this will streamline the ceu reporting process. Online CEU Reporting Form

Each certified national member is entitled to a one time CEU Waiver.
Click here to submit your waiver application

If you have any questions regarding your CEUs, please contact Kristen Reamy at the National Office.

AAHAM Certification Exams Online Launch Site:

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AAHAM Certification Testing through Proctor U

AAHAM would like to acknowledge and congratulate the newly certified individuals who successfully completed the certification exams during the past year. Each certified individual provides expertise and commitment to the health care revenue cycle industry through the work they do. Please join us in recognizing their accomplishments.

Click here to view detailed statistics on the AAHAM Certification examinations

Congratulations to our newest Certified Revenue Cycle Executives (CRCE) - Updated as of the February 2023 Exam Period

Congratulations to our newest Certified Revenue Cycle Professionals (CRCP) - Updated as of the February 2023 Exam Period

Congratulations to our newest Certified Revenue Integrity Professionals (CRIP) - Updated as of the February 2023 Exam Period

Congratulations to our Certified Revenue Cycle Specialists (CRCS) - Updated as of the February 2023 Exam Period

Congratulations to our Certified Compliance Technicians (CCT) - Updated as of the February 2023 Exam Period

If you need assistance with the CRCS or CCT examinations, your study guide order, or recertification, please contact Kristen Reamy at 703.281.4043 x 7.