About the CRMA Credentialing Program

The discipline of Reimbursement and Market Access (RMA) has grown rapidly within the MedTech and life sciences industries, yet no formal, universally recognized competency framework currently exists. The RAMPSociety™ credentialing program seeks to establish clear, credible standards that define what excellence looks like in this profession.

This program integrates multidisciplinary knowledge—including value proposition development, regulatory & clinical awareness, health economics, coding, coverage, and payment strategy—to ensure certification aligns with the unique demands of RMA roles. The CRMA program ultimately aims to elevate the impact of market access strategies and promote better patient outcomes throughout the product life cycle.

Earning the CRMA credential demonstrates a commitment to professional credibility, supports career advancement, and ensures your expertise remains relevant as industry standards and payer policies evolve.

The certification is earned through a rigorous 14-module curriculum and assessment process developed by industry experts and supported by a professional community focused on excellence in market access.

Competencies Covered by the CRMA Certification Program

The CRMA certification ensures core-competency mastery across the full spectrum of reimbursement and market access functions, including:

• Healthcare Ecosystem & Policy – Understanding U.S. healthcare systems, CMS rules, and stakeholder dynamics.
• Coding, Coverage & Payment – Applying coding authorities, coverage frameworks, and payment methodologies to real-world market access for technologies.
• Strategic Market Access Design – Conducting landscape assessments, designing reimbursement strategies, and aligning internal functions (R&D, clinical, regulatory).
• Value Proposition Development – Translating clinical and economic evidence into compelling, stakeholder-driven value messaging.
• Professional Judgment & Leadership – Demonstrating critical thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and influence in organizational strategy.
• Compliance & Ethics – Ensuring integrity and adherence to healthcare regulations and professional standards.

What are the Benefits of Earning the CRMA?

• Establishes professional credibility and consistency within a field that currently lacks unified benchmarks.
• Creates a foundation for career progression, education, and recognition for RMA professionals across MedTech companies, consultancies, and healthcare systems.
• Ensures training and certification content remain industry-relevant, adaptable to regulatory and payer policy changes.
• Promotes patient access by improving the quality and impact of RMA strategy across the product life cycle.

Who Can Benefit from Earning the CRMA Credential?

• Reimbursement and Market Access professionals at all career stages (from entry-level analysts to senior strategists).
• Professionals in adjacent functions such as clinical, regulatory, finance, healthcare law, and sales & marketing who interact & collaborate with RMA teams.
• MedTech innovators and start-up founders seeking to understand reimbursement fundamentals.