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MAA Certification in Iowa

Launch your medical administrative career in The Hawkeye State. Free training, $850 total cost, remote work opportunities. Join 1,800+ MAA professionals across Iowa.

$43K
Avg Salary
1,800+
IA Jobs
$850
Total Cost
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How to Get MAA Certified in Iowa

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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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Iowa MAA Salary by Experience

Iowa MAAs earn near national average the national average, with strong opportunities in Des Moines Metro. View BLS data.

$43K
Entry Level
0-2 years experience
$54K
Mid-Career
2-5 years experience
$74K
Experienced
5-10 years experience
$87K+
Senior/Management
10+ years experience

Iowa Regional Salary Variations

Des Moines Metro $40K - $75K
Cedar Rapids $38K - $72K
Quad Cities $36K - $68K

AMCA MAAC Certification Details

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

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 IA employers
  • Higher starting salary potential
  • Career advancement opportunities

Top Iowa MAA Employers

Iowa's largest healthcare systems employ 52000+ administrative professionals.

UnityPoint Health

32,000+

Iowa's largest health system with hospitals and clinics throughout Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Major employer across central and eastern Iowa.

1776 West Lakes Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

13,000+

Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center, nationally ranked in multiple specialties. Major research and teaching hospital.

200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242

MercyOne

20,000+

Part of CommonSpirit Health, operating hospitals throughout Iowa with headquarters in Des Moines. Strong Catholic healthcare mission.

1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Genesis Health System

6,000+

Quad Cities' leading health system serving eastern Iowa and western Illinois with comprehensive acute and outpatient care.

1227 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA 52803

Broadlawns Medical Center

Academic Medical Center

Public teaching hospital in Des Moines with family medicine residency and community health programs.

1801 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50314

Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines

Teaching Hospital

Teaching hospital with graduate medical education programs affiliated with multiple medical schools.

1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

MAA Certification in Nearby States

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Minnesota

Minneapolis healthcare hub offers strong opportunities.

Illinois

Chicago healthcare market accessible from eastern Iowa.

Nebraska

Omaha healthcare systems serve western Iowa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA certification in Iowa

How much do MAAs earn in Iowa?
Iowa MAAs earn $43K average annually, which is near national average the national average. Entry-level positions start at $43K, mid-career reaches $54K, and experienced MAAs can earn $74K or more. The Des Moines Metro offers the highest salaries, ranging from $40K - $75K.
Is MAA certification required in Iowa?
Iowa does not legally mandate MAA certification. However, employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Major health systems like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, and MercyOne 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 Iowa?
Yes! Many MAA positions offer remote or hybrid options, especially in medical billing, insurance verification, telemedicine support, and EHR management. Iowa 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 Iowa?
Top employers include UnityPoint Health (32,000+), University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics (13,000+), MercyOne (20,000+), Genesis Health System (6,000+), Broadlawns Medical Center, and Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines. Combined, these systems employ over 52000+ administrative staff across Iowa.

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