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NCMA Exam Topics and Domains
NCMA is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Medication reference tools, Pharmaceutical desk references.
Pharmacology and General Medical Knowledge
Pharmacology
Clinical Medical Procedures
Medical Administrative Duties
Patient and Visitor Services
Electronic Data Management
Medical Coding and Billing
Law and Ethics
Patient Rights and Directives
Medical Records Management
Ethics and Professional Conduct
Regulatory Compliance
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NCMA earns the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) certification. It sits in the Medical Assisting track.
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- NCICS - National Certified Insurance and Coding Specialist Expand administrative skills in medical billing and insurance coding
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-01
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Current Featured in Medical Administrative Duties domain - data entry, retrieval, backup
- Mobile Medical Devices Current NCMA exam covers tablets, mobile phones, bar code scanners, card readers, kiosks
- CLIA-Waived Point of Care Testing Current Essential competency in Patient Intake and Care domain
Who should take this exam?
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Completion of NCCT-authorized medical assistant program OR 1 year full-time experience