CertificationThe Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE) credential confirms your expertise and brings greater recognition from physicians, executives, industry professionals and peers. Board certification through the American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE)* is based on a body of knowledge specific to medical practice management and is the only board certification in medical practice management. What is the Body of Knowledge?The Body of Knowledge for Medical Practice Management encompasses a broad spectrum of information about the profession. It defines the unique knowledge and skill set for the medical practice management executive. The role of a medical practice management professional is decidedly dynamic. Changes in the healthcare industry, healthcare legislation, technological leaps in information management and many other factors contribute to the constant evolution of the profession. Every book that’s written, every article published, every change in legislation - they all add to the Body of Knowledge. Quite simply, the Body of Knowledge is the authoritative guide to managing a successful medical group practice. Click the link above to view the six learning domains for medical practice management. Certification DetailsAMERICAN COLLEGE OF MEDICAL PRACTICE EXECUTIVES
PATHS TO CERTIFICATION
Once you achieve ACMPE board certification, you are eligible to become a Fellow in the American College of Medical Practice Executives (FACMPE). Join your colleagues as a medical practice management thought leader by sharing your expertise and insights with a contribution to the Body of Knowledge for Medical Practice Management. By authoring a professional paper or three case studies, you empower other professionals in the field with rich insights and powerful examples of real-world issues facing today’s group practices. To ensure that your contribution provides maximum value, the submission process for your topic and manuscript includes review and suggestions from a team of ACMPE Fellows. What do you gain from Fellowship? Attaining the Fellow designation means more professional respect and recognition, countless leadership opportunities and an enhanced level of empowerment. Fellow status is the highest level of distinction you can reach in the medical practice management profession, and it is a rewarding journey that will yield great professional and personal growth. Throughout the process, you will have the support of Association staff, colleagues and those who have already achieved Fellowship to guide you through the program. Valued volunteers such as Fellowship mentors and Professional Papers Committee graders are also available to ensure your success. To learn more please visit the Fellowship Website PATH TO FELLOWSHIP (AS OF JANUARY 1ST, 2019) STEP ONE: QUALIFY AND APPLY
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STEP TWO: PREPARE A BUSINESS PLAN
STEP THREE: MAINTAIN YOUR FACMPE CREDENTIAL
Maryland ACMPE RepresentativeFor more information about certification and how your membership in Maryland MGMA can help you prepare, please contact our ACMPE Representative, Marcella M. Pyke, FACMPE. She is passionate about certification and will be happy to assist. Marcella M. Pyke, FACMPE Resources from Maryland MGMAMaryland MGMA members should visit the Member Resources page of our website for links to review materials and information on special member offers related to certification. If you want to learn more about the steps to certification, you may want to view the PowerPoint entitled "Taking the Trip from Nominee to Certified Member." Maryland MGMA offers one $500 certification scholarship each year. Eligibility is limited to current Maryland MGMA members. The application is located in the Member Resources area of the website. Log in with your username and password to access the details. Resources from National MGMAThe MGMA Board Certification Study Group Series - On Demand consists of nine, one-hour sessions. During each webinar, subject matter experts who are ACMPE Fellows will present content on a knowledge domain from the Body of Knowledge for Medical Practice Management, which forms the blueprint for the certification exams. Certified LeadersClick here to view a list of certified leaders. |