AAMA Study Guide 2026
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✍️ Sample AAMA Questions & Answers
1. When coding an office visit, the level of Evaluation and Management (E/M) service is primarily determined by:
Per current CPT guidelines, E/M office visit levels are determined by medical decision making (MDM) or total time spent on the date of the encounter.
2. Which of the following tasks is outside the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
Interpreting laboratory results and explaining them to a patient is a task that requires the clinical judgment of a licensed provider, such as a physician or nurse practitioner. While a medical assistant can report normal values or relay the provider's interpretation, they cannot independently analyze and explain the meaning of results. Performing this task would be practicing medicine without a license.
3. When a payer 'crosswalks' a CPT code, it is performing which action?
A crosswalk maps deleted or non-covered codes to the most appropriate current or covered equivalent to facilitate correct reimbursement.
4. When performing a venipuncture, which gauge needle is most commonly used for routine blood draws?
A 21-gauge needle is the standard for routine venipuncture, balancing adequate flow with minimal patient discomfort.
5. What does the term 'sanitization' mean in the context of instrument processing?
Sanitization (cleaning) reduces microbial count and removes gross soil/debris; it is the first step before disinfection or sterilization.
6. A patient who is hearing impaired comes for an appointment. What is the best practice for communicating with this patient?
Facing the patient directly allows them to read your lips and see your facial expressions, which are crucial components of communication for the hearing impaired. Speaking loudly can distort sound and is often not helpful. It's important to ensure you have their attention before speaking.
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