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CCMA Certification in Louisiana
$36,180 mean annual wage (BLS OEWS, May 2025) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in Louisiana.
150
Scored questions
180
Minutes
Scope of practice in Louisiana
What a medical assistant may do in Louisiana is set by state law and by the delegation of the supervising provider, and it differs from state to state. Confirm current rules with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (https://www.lsbme.la.gov/) and your employer.
Louisiana metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | New Orleans-Metairie | 5,240 | $37,130 |
| Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge | 4,680 | $36,190 |
| Shreveport | Shreveport-Bossier City | 2,420 | $35,770 |
| Lafayette | Lafayette | 2,180 | $36,400 |
| Lake Charles | Lake Charles | 1,240 | $36,190 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
Louisiana professional association
Louisiana Society of Medical Assistants (LSMA)
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