EPIC AMB 400 CERTIFICATION EXAM
PREP 2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Which record type is used to build the logic that determines if a BestPractice Advisory
(BPA) should trigger based on patient data?
A. LNV
B. LGL
C. LPR
D. EAP
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The LGL (Logic) record contains the specific criteria and logic
that a BPA evaluates to determine if the advisory should fire.
2. In the context of SmartForms, what is the purpose of a SmartData Element (SDE)?
A. To define the layout and visual components of the form.
B. To provide a list of available values for a cascading picklist.
C. To link the form to a specific encounter type.
,D. To store discrete data points in the database for reporting and logic.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: SmartData Elements (SDEs) are used to store data entered into
SmartForms as discrete, reportable values in the database.
3. When configuring Health Maintenance, which record allows you to group multiple
immunizations or procedures to satisfy a single requirement?
A. HMR (Rule)
B. HM Plan
C. HM Modifier
D. HM Topic
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The HM Rule (HMR) defines the criteria for what satisfies a
requirement, including the grouping of various procedures or immunizations.
4. Which level of the Preference List hierarchy is searched last when the system looks for a
medication preference list?
A. User
B. System Definitions
C. Department
D. Profile
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The hierarchy flows from specific to general: User > EpicCare
Security Class > Profile > Department > Location > Service Area > System Definitions.
5. In a BPA, which record holds the actual text and buttons that appear to the clinician?
A. BPA Base
B. BPA Criteria
C. BPA SmartSet Suggestion
D. LNV (Message)
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The LNV record defines the display text, the look and feel, and
the actions (buttons) available in the BPA.
6. Which utility is used to map specific SmartForms to specific encounter types or specialties?
A. SmartForm Designer
B. Profile (LPR) configuration
C. SmartForm Locator
D. Category List Maintenance
Answer: B
PREP 2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. Which record type is used to build the logic that determines if a BestPractice Advisory
(BPA) should trigger based on patient data?
A. LNV
B. LGL
C. LPR
D. EAP
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The LGL (Logic) record contains the specific criteria and logic
that a BPA evaluates to determine if the advisory should fire.
2. In the context of SmartForms, what is the purpose of a SmartData Element (SDE)?
A. To define the layout and visual components of the form.
B. To provide a list of available values for a cascading picklist.
C. To link the form to a specific encounter type.
,D. To store discrete data points in the database for reporting and logic.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: SmartData Elements (SDEs) are used to store data entered into
SmartForms as discrete, reportable values in the database.
3. When configuring Health Maintenance, which record allows you to group multiple
immunizations or procedures to satisfy a single requirement?
A. HMR (Rule)
B. HM Plan
C. HM Modifier
D. HM Topic
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The HM Rule (HMR) defines the criteria for what satisfies a
requirement, including the grouping of various procedures or immunizations.
4. Which level of the Preference List hierarchy is searched last when the system looks for a
medication preference list?
A. User
B. System Definitions
C. Department
D. Profile
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The hierarchy flows from specific to general: User > EpicCare
Security Class > Profile > Department > Location > Service Area > System Definitions.
5. In a BPA, which record holds the actual text and buttons that appear to the clinician?
A. BPA Base
B. BPA Criteria
C. BPA SmartSet Suggestion
D. LNV (Message)
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The LNV record defines the display text, the look and feel, and
the actions (buttons) available in the BPA.
6. Which utility is used to map specific SmartForms to specific encounter types or specialties?
A. SmartForm Designer
B. Profile (LPR) configuration
C. SmartForm Locator
D. Category List Maintenance
Answer: B
