
The Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) is a medical auditing certification from American Academy of Professional Coders. The AAPC CPMA exam evaluates medical auditing principles, healthcare laws and regulations, audit processes, coding concepts, and modifier use for candidates preparing for roles such as medical auditors, medical coders, compliance professionals, and revenue cycle professionals.
This FAQ explains the CPMA exam format, registration details, difficulty, renewal expectations, and preparation strategy using the resolved exam information.
Key exam facts include:
- Exam code: CPMA
- Questions: 100
- Duration: 240 minutes
- Passing score: 70%
- Delivery: Online proctored exam or in-person testing facility
AAPC CPMA — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the AAPC CPMA exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the AAPC’s official exam page.


