What does it mean to earn your Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional 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:
- Employers prefer certification – show employers that your education is up to industry standards
- Potential for promotion – demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
- Skills confidence – be day-one ready with industry-preferred skills
Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional 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.
Meet Your Training Specialist!
Your Workforce Training Specialist will help you understand your program, help with clinical placement, and answer any questions you have! Get in touch with your Workforce Training Specialist to learn more about your program, Harrisburg University, and how to start achieving your career goals.
To begin the enrollment process, please contact Mrs. Miller at 717.506.3401 or admiller@cvschools.org to get started.