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MAA Certification in Illinois

Launch your medical administrative career in The Prairie State. Free training, $850 total cost, remote work opportunities. Join 8,200+ MAA professionals across Illinois.

$46K
Avg Salary
8,200+
IL Jobs
$850
Total Cost
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How to Get MAA Certified in Illinois

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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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Illinois MAA Salary by Experience

Illinois MAAs earn 2% above the national average, with strong opportunities in Chicago Metro. View BLS data.

$46K
Entry Level
0-2 years experience
$58K
Mid-Career
2-5 years experience
$82K
Experienced
5-10 years experience
$96K+
Senior/Management
10+ years experience

Illinois Regional Salary Variations

Chicago Metro $48K - $90K
Springfield $40K - $75K
Rockford $38K - $72K

AMCA MAAC Certification Details

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

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 IL employers
  • Higher starting salary potential
  • Career advancement opportunities

Top Illinois MAA Employers

Illinois's largest healthcare systems employ 195000+ administrative professionals.

Northwestern Medicine

35,000+

Premier academic health system affiliated with Northwestern University. Northwestern Memorial Hospital is consistently ranked among the nation's best.

251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611

Advocate Aurora Health

75,000+

One of the nation's largest nonprofit health systems with 27 hospitals in Illinois and Wisconsin. Major employer throughout Chicagoland.

3075 Highland Pkwy, Downers Grove, IL 60515

University of Chicago Medicine

13,000+

World-renowned academic medical center on Chicago's South Side. Home to cutting-edge research and comprehensive specialty care.

5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Rush University Medical Center

10,000+

Leading academic medical center in Chicago's Illinois Medical District. Nationally ranked in multiple specialties.

1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612

Loyola University Medical Center

Academic Medical Center

Academic medical center and primary teaching hospital for Loyola Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood.

2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Teaching Hospital

Major teaching hospital in Chicago with multiple residency programs and community health services.

836 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

MAA Certification in Nearby States

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Wisconsin

Milwaukee healthcare systems offer good opportunities.

Indiana

Indianapolis healthcare market growing steadily.

Missouri

St. Louis healthcare hub spans both states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA certification in Illinois

How much do MAAs earn in Illinois?
Illinois MAAs earn $46K average annually, which is 2% above the national average. Entry-level positions start at $46K, mid-career reaches $58K, and experienced MAAs can earn $82K or more. The Chicago Metro offers the highest salaries, ranging from $48K - $90K.
Is MAA certification required in Illinois?
Illinois does not legally mandate MAA certification. However, employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Major health systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and University of Chicago Medicine 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 Illinois?
Yes! Many MAA positions offer remote or hybrid options, especially in medical billing, insurance verification, telemedicine support, and EHR management. Illinois's proximity to major metro areas expands remote opportunities significantly. Insurance companies and billing services commonly offer fully remote positions.
What are the top MAA employers in Illinois?
Top employers include Northwestern Medicine (35,000+), Advocate Aurora Health (75,000+), University of Chicago Medicine (13,000+), Rush University Medical Center (10,000+), Loyola University Medical Center, and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Combined, these systems employ over 195000+ administrative staff across Illinois.

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