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MAA Certification in Alaska

Launch your medical administrative career in The Last Frontier. Free training, $850 total cost, remote work opportunities. Join 580+ MAA professionals across Alaska.

$49K
Avg Salary
580+
AK Jobs
$850
Total Cost
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How to Get MAA Certified in Alaska

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Sign up online in 5 minutes. No application fee, no credit check, no FAFSA required.

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Complete 80 hours of self-paced coursework. Most finish in 8-12 weeks.

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Finish coursework and practice exams. Pay only when ready.

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Take AMCA MAAC exam online. 100 questions, 70% to pass.

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Alaska MAA Salary by Experience

Alaska MAAs earn 9% above the national average, with strong opportunities in Anchorage Metro. View BLS data.

$49K
Entry Level
0-2 years experience
$62K
Mid-Career
2-5 years experience
$85K
Experienced
5-10 years experience
$100K+
Senior/Management
10+ years experience

Alaska Regional Salary Variations

Anchorage Metro $52K - $90K
Fairbanks $48K - $85K
Juneau/Southeast $50K - $88K

AMCA MAAC Certification Details

The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC) is nationally recognized by employers throughout Alaska.

Exam Format

  • 100 multiple-choice questions
  • 2-hour time limit
  • 70% passing score (70/100)
  • Online proctored testing

Exam Topics

  • Medical terminology & anatomy
  • Medical billing & coding (CPT, ICD)
  • EHR systems & documentation
  • HIPAA compliance & ethics

Certification Benefits

  • Nationally recognized credential
  • Preferred by AK employers
  • Higher starting salary potential
  • Career advancement opportunities

Top Alaska MAA Employers

Alaska's largest healthcare systems employ 12000+ administrative professionals.

Providence Alaska Medical Center

5,000+

Alaska's largest hospital with 401 beds, serving as the state's only designated Level II Trauma Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence.

3200 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

1,800+

Interior Alaska's premier healthcare facility operated by Foundation Health Partners, providing comprehensive medical services.

1650 Cowles Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center

900+

Growing community hospital serving the rapidly expanding Matanuska-Susitna Valley region north of Anchorage.

2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK 99645

Alaska Native Medical Center

2,500+

Premier healthcare facility for Alaska Native people, operated by Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium with advanced specialty services.

4315 Diplomacy Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508

Southcentral Foundation

Academic Medical Center

Native-owned healthcare organization providing primary care and wellness programs with teaching affiliations throughout Anchorage.

4501 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508

Bartlett Regional Hospital

Teaching Hospital

Community teaching hospital in Juneau with family medicine residency program serving Southeast Alaska.

3260 Hospital Dr, Juneau, AK 99801

MAA Certification in Nearby States

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Washington

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Growing healthcare sector with remote work opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA certification in Alaska

How much do MAAs earn in Alaska?
Alaska MAAs earn $49K average annually, which is 9% above the national average. Entry-level positions start at $49K, mid-career reaches $62K, and experienced MAAs can earn $85K or more. The Anchorage Metro offers the highest salaries, ranging from $52K - $90K.
Is MAA certification required in Alaska?
Alaska does not legally mandate MAA certification. However, employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Major health systems like Providence Alaska Medical Center, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, and Mat-Su Regional Medical Center prioritize certified applicants for administrative positions.
How much does MAA certification cost?
EHired's program is free to enroll and learn. The total program cost is $850 when you're ready to complete, which includes AMCA MAAC exam registration. This is significantly less than traditional programs costing $3,000-$5,000.
How long does MAA certification take?
Most students complete the self-paced program in 8-12 weeks studying 10-15 hours per week. The AMCA MAAC exam is 100 questions with a 2-hour time limit. A 70% passing score is required. You have up to 6 months to complete the program.
Can I work remotely as an MAA in Alaska?
Yes! Many MAA positions offer remote or hybrid options, especially in medical billing, insurance verification, telemedicine support, and EHR management. Alaska offers growing remote work options with many employers offering hybrid positions. Insurance companies and billing services commonly offer fully remote positions.
What are the top MAA employers in Alaska?
Top employers include Providence Alaska Medical Center (5,000+), Fairbanks Memorial Hospital (1,800+), Mat-Su Regional Medical Center (900+), Alaska Native Medical Center (2,500+), Southcentral Foundation, and Bartlett Regional Hospital. Combined, these systems employ over 12000+ administrative staff across Alaska.

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