The Certified Value-Based Administrator (CVBA) is a professional certification from American Academy of Professional Coders that evaluates value-based risk adjustment principles, risk adjustment methodology, quality methodology, documentation guidance, compliance guidance, healthcare technology use, reporting, and risk adjustment mitigation cases.
Candidates who typically pursue the AAPC CVBA credential include risk adjustment auditors, compliance professionals, quality improvement specialists, and data analysts working with value-based care administration, risk adjustment, compliance, quality improvement, and healthcare data analysis.
Key exam details include:
- Exam code: CVBA
- Questions: 100
- Duration: 240 minutes
- Passing score: 70
- Official price: $399 for one attempt; $499 for two exam attempts
AAPC CVBA — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the AAPC CVBA exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the AAPC’s official exam page.
SECTION A: AAPC CVBA Exam Overview & Legitimacy
This section explains what the CVBA certification represents, who it is intended for, and what professional competencies it evaluates. It also clarifies the certification’s status as a professional credential rather than a healthcare license.
