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What is the primary goal of revenue cycle management (RCM) in a healthcare organization?

Maximizing revenue by upcoding services

Managing the financial process from patient registration through final payment collection

Reducing the number of patients seen per day

Eliminating all insurance claim denials

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Key Facts: CORCM Exam

100

Exam Questions

AIHC

Exam Duration

AIHC

80%

Passing Score

AIHC

Open-note

Testing Format

AIHC

85%

First-Attempt Pass Rate

AIHC (within 3 months)

6 CEUs/yr

Maintenance Requirement

AIHC

AIHC's CORCM exam is a 100-question, open-note, 3-hour online proctored certification requiring 80% to pass. It covers three domains: Language and Responsibility of RCM, Billing Compliance and Embezzlement, and Financial Management Skills. The first-attempt pass rate is 85% when taken within 3 months of completing the required Revenue Cycle Management course.

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1What is the primary goal of revenue cycle management (RCM) in a healthcare organization?

A.Maximizing revenue by upcoding services

B.Managing the financial process from patient registration through final payment collection

C.Reducing the number of patients seen per day

D.Eliminating all insurance claim denials

Explanation: Revenue cycle management encompasses the entire financial lifecycle of a patient encounter, from scheduling and registration through insurance verification, coding, billing, payment posting, and collections. The goal is to optimize this process so the organization receives appropriate, timely reimbursement. Exam Tip: RCM is a comprehensive process, not just billing or coding alone.

2Which step in the revenue cycle occurs first?

A.Charge capture

B.Claims submission

C.Patient scheduling and pre-registration

D.Payment posting

Explanation: The revenue cycle begins before the patient even arrives at the office. Patient scheduling and pre-registration is the first step, followed by insurance verification, patient check-in, charge capture, coding, claims submission, payment posting, and collections. Exam Tip: Remember the revenue cycle follows the patient journey from start to finish.

3What does the term 'clean claim' mean in medical billing?

A.A claim that has been paid in full

B.A claim submitted with all required data elements and no errors, processed without need for additional information

C.A claim that was submitted electronically

D.A claim with a balance of zero

Explanation: A clean claim is one that is submitted correctly the first time with all required information, allowing the payer to process it without requesting additional documentation or making corrections. Clean claims are paid faster and reduce administrative burden. Exam Tip: The industry benchmark for clean claim rate is 95% or higher.

4Which federal law requires hospitals with emergency departments to provide medical screening examinations regardless of a patient's ability to pay?

A.HIPAA

B.EMTALA

C.Stark Law

D.Anti-Kickback Statute

Explanation: The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) requires Medicare-participating hospitals with emergency departments to provide a medical screening examination to anyone who arrives, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Violations can result in civil monetary penalties and exclusion from Medicare. Exam Tip: EMTALA applies to anyone who comes to the ED, not just Medicare beneficiaries.

5What is the purpose of insurance eligibility verification?

A.To determine if the patient has a copay

B.To confirm the patient's identity

C.To verify that the patient has active coverage and understand the benefits, limitations, and patient financial responsibility before services are rendered

D.To submit the claim to the insurance company

Explanation: Eligibility verification confirms the patient has active insurance coverage, identifies the specific benefits and limitations of the plan, determines copays, deductibles, and coinsurance, and identifies any prior authorization requirements. This step prevents claim denials due to inactive or incorrect coverage. Exam Tip: Eligibility should be verified for every visit, not just new patients.

6What does EOB stand for in medical billing?

A.Explanation of Benefits

B.Estimate of Balance

C.Evidence of Billing

D.Evaluation of Benefits

Explanation: An Explanation of Benefits (EOB) is a document sent by an insurance company to the patient (and sometimes the provider) after a claim is processed. It shows what services were billed, what the plan paid, what adjustments were made, and what the patient owes. Exam Tip: An EOB is not a bill; it is an informational document from the payer.

7Which of the following is the electronic equivalent of an EOB sent to providers?

A.CMS-1500

B.UB-04

C.Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA/835)

D.Superbill

Explanation: The Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA), also known as the ANSI 835 transaction, is the electronic version of an EOB sent to healthcare providers. It contains payment information including allowed amounts, adjustments, and denial reasons for each claim line. Exam Tip: The 835 transaction is paired with the 837 (claim submission) in the electronic billing workflow.

8What is 'charge capture' in the revenue cycle?

A.The process of collecting patient copays at check-in

B.Recording all billable services and procedures performed during a patient encounter

C.Submitting claims to insurance companies

D.Posting payments to patient accounts

Explanation: Charge capture is the process of documenting all billable services, procedures, supplies, and medications provided during a patient encounter so they can be translated into billing codes. Missed charges represent lost revenue. Exam Tip: Charge capture errors (missed charges or duplicate charges) are among the most common causes of revenue leakage.

9A patient has a $2,000 deductible, of which $1,500 has been met. The allowed amount for a service is $800. What is the patient's financial responsibility (assuming 20% coinsurance after deductible)?

A.$500

B.$660

C.$800

D.$160

Explanation: First, the patient pays the remaining $500 deductible ($2,000 - $1,500). The remaining $300 ($800 - $500) is subject to 20% coinsurance, so the patient pays $60. Total patient responsibility: $500 + $160 = $660. Exam Tip: Always apply the deductible first, then calculate coinsurance on the remaining allowed amount.

10Which claim form is used by outpatient physician offices to bill insurance companies?

A.UB-04 (CMS-1450)

B.CMS-1500

C.ADA Dental Claim Form

D.Workers' Compensation First Report of Injury

Explanation: The CMS-1500 form is the standard claim form used by physicians, non-institutional providers, and outpatient clinics to submit professional claims to insurance companies. The UB-04 is used by institutional providers such as hospitals. Exam Tip: CMS-1500 = professional/physician claims; UB-04 = facility/institutional claims.

About the CORCM Exam

The CORCM credential from the American Institute of Healthcare Compliance (AIHC) validates expertise in outpatient revenue cycle management, including billing compliance, fraud and embezzlement prevention, claims management, financial management skills, key performance indicators, and regulatory requirements including EMTALA, HIPAA, and the No Surprises Act. This certification is designed for experienced medical billers, coders, and revenue cycle managers in outpatient healthcare settings.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

80%

Exam Fee

$75 per attempt (course: $625 non-members / $375 members) (AIHC)

CORCM Exam Content Outline

35%

Language and Responsibility of Revenue Cycle Management

RCM fundamentals, patient registration, insurance verification, charge capture, claims submission, payment posting, remittance advice, and the complete revenue cycle workflow

35%

Billing Compliance and Embezzlement

Fraud and abuse laws (FCA, AKS, Stark), OIG compliance standards, HIPAA, EMTALA, No Surprises Act, embezzlement detection and prevention, internal controls, and coding compliance

30%

Financial Management Skills

KPIs (days in AR, denial rate, clean claim rate, net collection rate), accounts receivable management, fee schedules, payer contracting, denial management, and financial analysis

How to Pass the CORCM Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 80%
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 3 hours
Exam fee: $75 per attempt (course: $625 non-members / $375 members)

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CORCM Study Tips from Top Performers

1Organize your open-note materials before exam day — download all course lessons as PDFs and practice using Ctrl+F to search key terms and phrases quickly

2Master the complete revenue cycle workflow from patient scheduling through final payment collection, and understand how each step impacts downstream processes

3Study the OIG's seven elements of an effective compliance program thoroughly, as compliance questions are heavily tested across all three domains

4Know the key RCM performance indicators and their benchmarks: days in AR (30-40), clean claim rate (95%+), denial rate (<5%), and net collection rate (95%+)

5Review embezzlement red flags and internal controls such as separation of duties, mandatory vacations, and regular bank reconciliations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AIHC CORCM exam format?

The CORCM exam is a 100-question, open-note, 3-hour online proctored certification exam. You need 80% or higher to pass. The exam is taken remotely by appointment with a professional proctor.

What are the prerequisites for the CORCM certification?

You must complete AIHC's Revenue Cycle Management online course before taking the CORCM exam. Additionally, you need healthcare experience working in Patient Financial Services, medical billing and/or coding, or have certification as a healthcare auditor, compliance officer, or documentation specialist. The course recommends at least 2 years of outpatient medical billing or revenue cycle experience.

How much does the CORCM certification cost?

The Revenue Cycle Management course costs $625 for non-members or $375 for AIHC members (includes 1-year membership for first-time members). The certification exam is an additional $75 per attempt, with up to 3 attempts permitted. Total cost ranges from $450 to $700.

What topics are covered on the CORCM exam?

The exam covers three domains: Language and Responsibility of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM workflow, claims, payment posting), Billing Compliance and Embezzlement (fraud/abuse laws, HIPAA, EMTALA, No Surprises Act, internal controls), and Financial Management Skills (KPIs, AR management, denial management, fee schedules).

What is the CORCM exam pass rate?

AIHC reports an 85% first-attempt pass rate for online course graduates who take the exam within 3 months of course completion. Live event training camp graduates who take the exam within 3 months have a 92% first-attempt pass rate.

How do I maintain my CORCM credential?

CORCM holders must earn 6 continuing education units (CEUs) annually to maintain the credential. AIHC offers free and low-cost CEU programs for members.