What is the CPCS? - Understand why you should seek certification as a CPCS, who is eligible to sit for the CPCS exam, and access materials and resources specifically for credentialing specialists.
What is the CPMSM? - Discover why you should seek certificaiton as a CPMSM, who is eligible to sit for the CPMSM exam, and access materials and resources specifically for medical services management.
Exam Information - Find out about upcoming dates and deadlines, exam fees, how to register for the exam, what to bring with you, how to prepare, and access materials important to candidates.
Recertification - Want to make sure that you maintain your certification? Review the policies, guidelines, and fees related to recertification.
Recently Certified - Did you recently take a NAMSS certification exam? Be sure to review the list of certificants from the past three years and look for your name.
Certification Verification - View the individuals currently holding NAMSS certification in good standing as a CPCS, CPMSM, or dual certification.
Frequently Asked Questions - You've got questions and we have answers. Here are some of the most common questions about certification and answers to help guide you.
NAMSS Certificant Code of Ethics
- NAMSS Certificants shall abide by ethical principles developed to safeguard the public and to promote quality patient care through the support of the health care organization and its functions.
- NAMSS Certificants shall share knowledge, foster educational opportunities, and encourage personal and professional growth through continued self-improvement and applications of current advancements in the profession.
- NAMSS Certificants shall refrain from conduct deemed harmful to the public or inappropriate to the profession.
Complaints or concerns regarding a current CPCS or CPMSM should be addressed immediately in writing and sent to the following address:
The Certification Commission of NAMSS
2025 M Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Your complaint will be reviewed by the Chair of the CCN and will be elevated to the ethics committee if necessary.