American College of Medical Scribe Specialists

The American College of Medical Scribe Specialists (ACMSS) is a non-profit organization based in Orange, California, with 20 to 49 employees. ACMSS is dedicated to advancing the education, proficiency, and professional standing of medical scribes. ACMSS provides certification for individuals who meet minimum requirements to become Certified Medical Scribe Specialists (CMSS). This certification signifies mastery of skills essential for assisting clinicians, such as real-time clinical proficiency, credentialed medical assistant tasks, clinical documentation, and efficiency in modern clinical settings. The organization also focuses on upholding standards for certification, CMS compliance, evaluation, and continuing medical education within the field of medical scribing. ACMSS collaborates with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) to promote programmatic accreditation for medical scribe education within accredited institutions. They provide resources and guidance for programs seeking CAAHEP accreditation, ensuring the highest quality of training and education for aspiring medical scribes. For inquiries or more information about ACMSS and its programs, interested parties can contact the organization through email at [email protected] or by phone at (800) 987-3692. Additional details can be found on their website: theacmss.org.