Certification: Certified Medical Compliance Officer (CMCO)

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The Certified Medical Compliance Officer (CMCO) credential signifies targeted expertise in the implementation and management of a compliance program for small to medium-sized medical offices, third-party billing companies, DME companies, hospices and home health agencies. These experts understand the importance of compliance and possess the tactical skills to implement a customized program designed to fit their organization. CMCO-credentialed professionals know how to evaluate and fix problems to keep the facility compliant with current standards.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
No
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 1 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
Yes
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
Yes

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.