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Certified Professional Medical Auditor

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Updated January 2026
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CPMA Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Define Audit Methods and Scope

Practice objective-first planning, sampling choice, and defensible review criteria documentation.

40
hours
2

Validate E/M, Modifier, and Global RulesYou are here

Run chart-based coding audits with MDM/time reconstruction and modifier/global package testing.

60
hours
3

Strengthen Compliance Risk Framing

Drill medical necessity, overpayment handling, HIPAA minimum-necessary controls, and escalation pathways.

50
hours
4

Build Reporting and Re-Audit Discipline

Write recommendation-driven reports, design corrective plans, and verify change via KPI/re-audit cycles.

35
hours
Estimated total study time
185 hours
That's about 19 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CPMA Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
No minimum age listed by AAPC
Education
No formal degree requirement; coding/compliance education strongly recommended
Experience
Coding, compliance, or auditing experience is strongly recommended for best outcomes
Additional Requirements
  • AAPC membership is required to sit for the exam
  • Candidates should be comfortable with E/M, modifier, and medical necessity review workflows
  • Audit reporting and corrective action planning skills are high-yield for exam and job performance

CPMA Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-12 weeks for candidates with prior coding exposure

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

AAPC-approved testing sites / online proctored

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Verify the current retake policy in your active AAPC account before scheduling.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$399 one attempt / $499 two attempts
Application FeeAAPC membership required
Total Estimated CostVaries based on membership status and prep pathway
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CPMA Exam Details

Certified Professional Medical Auditor

Administered by AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)

Official Source
70% (70/100)
Passing Score
100
Questions
4
Hours
$399 one attempt / $499 two attempts
Exam Fee
Study time: 160-240 hours
Prerequisites: AAPC membership required; prior coding/compliance experience recommended
Valid for: Maintain credential with AAPC CEU requirements

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) content outline

Audit Planning and Methodology20%

Scope/objective design, criteria selection, and statistically defensible sampling choices

Coding/E/M/Modifier Validation30%

MDM/time validation, modifier controls, global package review, and coding variance analysis

Compliance and Legal Risk25%

Medical necessity, overpayment response, HIPAA minimum necessary, and legal escalation flags

Reporting, Education, and Monitoring25%

Report structure, corrective action plans, provider feedback, KPI dashboards, and re-audits

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