Session 302: AAHAM Coaching October 3, 2014 Linda Klapperich and Alene Meidl

Overview of AAHAM Certification AAHAM certification options include: Certified Revenue Cycle Executive (CRCE) Certified Revenue Cycle Professional (CRCP) Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) Certified Compliance Technician (CCT)

Certified Revenue Cycle Executive (CRCE) Executive Certification is an extensive online proctored 8-hour exam. Includes patient access, billing, credit/collections and revenue cycle management. Four sections containing multiple-choice, true/false, fill in the blank, short answer, essay and quantitative questions. 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. Two types of Executive certification; one focused on the revenue cycle within an institutional (hospital, health system) environment and the other focused on the revenue cycle in a professional (physician, clinic) environment. Full exam costs $299, each section $50, dual certification available $239.

Certified Revenue Cycle Professional (CRCP) Professional Certification is an online proctored 4-hour exam. Includes patient access, billing, credit/collections and revenue cycle management. Exam is comprised of 4 sections of true/false and multiple-choice questions. Each of the four (4) sections must be passed with a score of 70% or greater. Two types of Professional certification; one focused on the revenue cycle within an institutional (hospital, health system) environment and the other focused on the revenue cycle in a professional (physician, clinic) environment. Full exam costs $199, each section $50, dual certification available $160.

Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) Specialist certification is an online proctored 2-hour exam. Tests the proficiency of staff involved in the processing of patient accounts and to prepare them for the many details needed to perform their daily job duties. Exam includes relevant regulations and acronyms Three multiple-choice sections; passing score of 70% for each for certification. Two types of Specialist Certification; one focused on the revenue cycle within an institutional (hospital, health system) environment, the other focused on the revenue cycle in a professional (physician, clinic) environment. Full exam costs $100, each section $50, dual certification available $80.

Certified Revenue Certified Compliance Technician (CCT) Compliance certification is an online proctored 90-minute exam Focus areas include: 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 Grading is immediate upon completion of the exam. All areas of the CCT exam are graded together; the exam must be passed with a score of 70% or greater. Intended to meet the annual employee compliance training requirements and to support individuals with professional compliance responsibilities in both institutional and professional settings. Cost for CCT exam is $100.

Certification Schedule: September 2, Deadline for November 2014 Exam Period (November 10-21, 2014) December 1, Deadline for February 2015 Exam Period May 2015 Exam Period and Registration Deadline - TBA August 2015 Exam Period and Registration Deadline - TBA

Earning certification can help you by: Improving your earning potential Giving you a competitive advantage with current and prospective employers Granting you the recognition you deserve * Providing access to the positions and promotions you seek and desire Building a network of influential peers who share your certification designation * Continuing to expand your skills and expertise through continuing education

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Tips for studying & testing: Utilize the study guide provided & resources available Develop flash cards and buddy system for studying Schedule regular time to studying When testing, use time wisely Answer all questions, do not leave blank

Contacts: Linda Klapperich, CRCE-I, Certification Chair (715) Alene Meidl, PCS, CRCS-I (920)