History of Med Assisting

Question 1

When was medical assisting started

Answer 1

the 1930’s , Dr Mandl opened the first school for med asst in 1934, the need for highly trained professional with a background in admin and clinical skills led to the formation of the field of allied health care

Question 2

What is the AAMA

Answer 2

American association of medical assistants was founded in 1956, 1963 CMA exam was adopted, 1974 US Dept of Ed recognized the AAMA as an official accrediting agency for programs in schools

Question 3

What are the education requirements for medical assisting

Answer 3

programs from 6 months certificates to 2 year associates degrees, must include practicum or externship of 160-240 hours

Question 4

What are the 2 accrediting agencies for med asst programs

Answer 4

CAAHEP and ABHES

Question 5

Med asst credentials

Answer 5

CMA first offered in 1963, need 60 CEU’s every five years
RMA
CCMA (certified clinical med asst) first offered 1989 10 CEU’s every 2 years
NCMA