Earn Your Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) Certification
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What does it mean to earn your Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) Certification?
Earning your Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) certification proves to employers that you understand the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as a medical scribe. The certification exam tests your knowledge of medical terminology, HIPPA and the Patient Privacy Rule, Medicare and Medicaid, and much more.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) Certification Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Discuss the role and responsibilities of a Medical Scribe as part of the healthcare team
- Comply with relevant laws and ethics, the Omnibus Rule, HIPAA, and HITECH
- Display strong attention to detail and accuracy with the use of the electronic health record
- Demonstrate electronic health record documentation as applicable to the clinic workflow
- Explain how medical coding plays a role and impacts the clinic workflow and revenue cycle
- Understand laboratory testing and pharmacology as applicable to the EHR
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The American Healthcare Documentation Professionals Group (AHDPG) established the AMSP certification in 2011. They were created in order to provide support so that doctors can focus on their patients.
Certification Requirements
To be eligible to test for their AMSP, candidates must successfully pass the Medical Scribe Certification Exam (MSCE) and have less than 200 hours of documented front-line medical scribe experience.
Select the right training program for your goals
Medical Scribe Professional
Our online Medical Scribe career training prepares you to work directly with doctors and patients alike.
Medical Scribe & Administrative Professional
The Medical Scribe & Administrative Professional program equips students with the combined skills of a medical scribe and medical administrative professional.
Clinical Medical Assistant & Scribe Professional
Our online Clinical Medical Assistant & Scribe Professional program will prepare you to provide essential services to the day-to-day functions of medical practices.
Meet Your Training Specialist
Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please let us know so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Training Specialist today!
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