CHAA Practice Test
Updated for July 2026The CHAA test is designed for professionals with at least 90 days of experience in healthcare access. Mastering the core concepts of scheduling, registration, and patient finance is essential for achieving a high score and advancing your career.
Candidates can also sharpen their skills with our CHAA practice test 2026, which includes hundreds of practice questions in the exact format and difficulty of the real exam. Try our NCLEX practice test. Try our CCM practice test.
CHAA Practice Test Questions
Prepare for the CHAA - Certified Healthcare Access Associate exam with our free practice test modules. Each quiz covers key topics to help you pass on your first try.
CHAA Advance Directives and Patient Rights
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CHAA Denial Management and Claims Processing
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CHAA Patient Financial Counseling and Coll...
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CHAA Customer Service and Communication
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CHAA Financial Processes
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CHAA Healthcare Access Basics
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CHAA Healthcare Information Systems and Te...
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CHAA HIPAA Privacy and Security
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CHAA Insurance Verification and Eligibility
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CHAA Interdepartmental Collaboration and C...
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CHAA KPIs and Quality Assurance
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CHAA Legal and Regulatory Compliance
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CHAA Medical Terminology for Patient Access
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CHAA Patient Access Services
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CHAA Patient Identification & Identity Theft
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CHAA Patient Safety and Emergency Prepared...
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CHAA Payer Types and Coordination of Benef...
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CHAA Pre-Authorization and Referrals Manag...
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CHAA Test Flashcards
Quick review of essential terms for the CHAA certification test.
🏥What is EMTALA?
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act requires hospitals to stabilize patients regardless of their ability to pay.
START CHAA PRACTICE TEST📋What is pre-registration?
The process of collecting patient demographic and insurance information before they arrive for service to expedite the visit.
START PATIENT ACCESS QUIZ🔐What is HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which protects the privacy and security of patient health information.
START COMPLIANCE QUIZ💰What is a co-payment?
A fixed amount a patient pays for a covered health care service after they've paid their deductible.
START FINANCIAL QUIZ🆔What is the MPI?
The Master Patient Index is an electronic database that holds information on every patient registered at a healthcare organization.
START CHAA EXAM QUIZ✅What is ABN?
Advance Beneficiary Notice is a waiver of liability that providers must give Medicare patients for services not covered.
START REVENUE CYCLE QUIZCHAA Certification Study Guide
Use this interactive study guide to understand the key components of the CHAA certification practice test. Review basics, exam format, registration steps, and scoring to prepare effectively.
- Topics: Patient identification, wayfinding, obtaining signatures, bedside registration.
- Questions: Approx. 30 questions on arrival procedures.
- Topics: Patient privacy, fraud and abuse, Medicare compliance.
- Questions: Approx. 15 questions on legal standards.
CHAA Score Calculator
Total Scored Questions
150
105 out of 150 correct
70%
Required to Pass: ~70% (Estimated)
How to Become a Certified Healthcare Access Associate
Follow these steps to earn your certification and pass the CHAA certification test. Try our PACS practice test. Try our CCRC practice test.
- Verify Eligibility - Ensure you have a HS diploma/GED and at least 90 days of healthcare access experience.
- Create NAHAM Account - Visit the NAHAM website and set up your candidate profile.
- Submit Application - Complete the CHAA exam application and obtain supervisor verification of your experience.
- Pay Exam Fee - Submit the payment ($325 for members, $550 for non-members).
- Schedule Exam - Choose a testing window and location (or arrange for proctoring).
- Study with CHAA Practice Test Online - Use practice questions to prepare for the content domains.
- Take the Exam - Bring valid ID to your testing location and complete the 2-hour exam.
Expect to invest between $400 and $650 total to obtain your CHAA certification, depending on your membership status and study materials used.
CHAA Career Opportunities
Explore the diverse roles available to Certified Healthcare Access Associates.
Admissions Clerk
Manage patient check-ins, verify insurance, and ensure accurate data entry at hospital front desks.
Financial Counselor
Assist patients with payment plans, explain insurance benefits, and manage collections.
Registration Specialist
Focus on pre-registration processes, authorization requirements, and scheduling complex appointments.
Patient
Access SupervisorLead a team of registrars, ensuring compliance with CHAA standards and optimizing workflow.
ER Registrar
Work in fast-paced emergency departments handling bedside registration and EMTALA compliance.
CHAA Test Day Checklist
- ✓Valid Govt ID
- ✓Exam Confirmation
- ✓Proctor Info
- ✓Stable Internet (if remote)
- ✓Quiet Environment
- ✓No Study Materials
- ✓Arrive 15 Mins Early
- ✓Hydrate & Rest
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CHAA Renewal Requirements
Frequency Every
2 Years
Contact Hours
30 Hours
Renewal Fee
$50 - $95
Keep track of your contact hours immediately after passing. You need 30 hours biennially, and at least 1500 hours of work experience during the renewal cycle.
- +Validates your knowledge and skills objectively
- +Increases job market competitiveness
- +Provides structured learning goals
- +Networking opportunities with other certified professionals
- −Study materials can be expensive
- −Exam anxiety can affect performance
- −Requires dedicated preparation time
- −Retake fees apply if you don't pass
CHAA Questions and Answers
About the Author
Registered Nurse & Healthcare Educator
Johns Hopkins University School of NursingDr. Sarah Mitchell is a board-certified registered nurse with over 15 years of clinical and academic experience. She completed her PhD in Nursing Science at Johns Hopkins University and has taught NCLEX preparation and clinical skills courses for nursing students across the United States. Her research focuses on evidence-based exam preparation strategies for healthcare certification candidates.
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