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MAA Certification in Arkansas

Launch your medical administrative career in The Natural State. Free training, $850 total cost, remote work opportunities. Join 1,600+ MAA professionals across Arkansas.

$41K
Avg Salary
1,600+
AR Jobs
$850
Total Cost
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How to Get MAA Certified in Arkansas

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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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Arkansas MAA Salary by Experience

Arkansas MAAs earn 9% below the national average, with strong opportunities in Little Rock Metro. View BLS data.

$41K
Entry Level
0-2 years experience
$52K
Mid-Career
2-5 years experience
$70K
Experienced
5-10 years experience
$82K+
Senior/Management
10+ years experience

Arkansas Regional Salary Variations

Little Rock Metro $38K - $68K
Northwest AR $36K - $65K
Fort Smith/River Valley $35K - $62K

AMCA MAAC Certification Details

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

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 AR employers
  • Higher starting salary potential
  • Career advancement opportunities

Top Arkansas MAA Employers

Arkansas's largest healthcare systems employ 38000+ administrative professionals.

UAMS Medical Center

12,000+

Arkansas's only health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Named #1 hospital in Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report.

4301 W Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205

Baptist Health

11,000+

Arkansas's largest not-for-profit healthcare system with 11 hospitals and 250+ points of access. Fifth-largest employer in the state.

9601 Baptist Health Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205

Arkansas Children's Hospital

5,500+

Ranked #7 hospital in the Southeast U.S. with Magnet Status. The only hospital system in Arkansas dedicated solely to caring for children.

1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202

CHI St. Vincent

4,500+

Part of CommonSpirit Health, providing comprehensive acute care services with 600 licensed beds serving all 75 Arkansas counties.

2 St. Vincent Circle, Little Rock, AR 72205

Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas

Academic Medical Center

Teaching hospital in Rogers with graduate medical education and family medicine residency programs.

2710 Rife Medical Ln, Rogers, AR 72758

Jefferson Regional Medical Center

Teaching Hospital

Teaching hospital in Pine Bluff with family medicine residency program serving southeast Arkansas.

1600 W 40th Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71603

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA certification in Arkansas

How much do MAAs earn in Arkansas?
Arkansas MAAs earn $41K average annually, which is 9% below the national average. Entry-level positions start at $41K, mid-career reaches $52K, and experienced MAAs can earn $70K or more. The Little Rock Metro offers the highest salaries, ranging from $38K - $68K.
Is MAA certification required in Arkansas?
Arkansas does not legally mandate MAA certification. However, employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Major health systems like UAMS Medical Center, Baptist Health, and Arkansas Children's Hospital 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 Arkansas?
Yes! Many MAA positions offer remote or hybrid options, especially in medical billing, insurance verification, telemedicine support, and EHR management. Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
Top employers include UAMS Medical Center (12,000+), Baptist Health (11,000+), Arkansas Children's Hospital (5,500+), CHI St. Vincent (4,500+), Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, and Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Combined, these systems employ over 38000+ administrative staff across Arkansas.

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