The National Medical Association (NMA) is a U.S. professional and scientific organization representing African American physicians and their patients, providing advocacy, education, and continuing medical education programs.
The National Medical Association (NMA) is the oldest and largest organization representing African American physicians and health professionals in the United States. Founded in 1895, it promotes the art and science of medicine, advances the health of people of African descent, and works to eliminate health disparities through advocacy, policy, research, and education. Headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, the NMA offers membership programs, annual conventions and scientific assemblies, continuing medical education (CME), publications, and a national network of affiliated state and local societies. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Medical_Association?utm_source=openai))
A charge from the National Medical Association on a credit or debit card statement is typically related to membership dues (including auto-renewals), event or conference registration fees, delegate fees, CME program fees, donations, or other professional services purchased through its website or national office. Members often pay annual dues or convention fees online or over the phone using a stored or entered card, and these payments may appear with a descriptor that includes "NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOC" and a Washington, DC/Maryland phone number. ([nnlm.gov](https://www.nnlm.gov/membership/directory/8991?utm_source=openai))
If someone has questions about a charge from the National Medical Association, they should first check their email for receipts from nmanet.org and review their NMA online account for membership and event transactions. It can also be helpful to confirm whether a colleague or office administrator submitted payment on their behalf. For further clarification or to request billing adjustments or refunds, cardholders can contact the NMA national office using the phone number that appears on the statement (commonly 202-347-1895) or via the contact options and membership pages on the NMA website. If the charge still cannot be recognized after contacting NMA, cardholders should follow up with their bank or card issuer to dispute the transaction. ([nnlm.gov](https://www.nnlm.gov/membership/directory/8991?utm_source=openai))
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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to National Medical Association.
Why do I see a charge from "NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOC 202-347-1895 MD" on my card statement?
This descriptor typically refers to the National Medical Association and most often represents membership dues (including auto-renewal), registration for the NMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly, delegate or section fees, CME activities, or donations processed through the NMA national office or website. Check your NMA account and recent conference or membership activity to confirm the source of the charge. ([nmanet.org](https://nmanet.org/nma-house-of-delegates/?utm_source=openai))
Is the National Medical Association charge a one-time payment or a recurring subscription?
It depends on what you purchased. Annual membership dues may be set to auto-renew each year until you change your settings or contact NMA to cancel, while convention registrations, delegate fees, or individual CME activities are typically one-time charges. Log in to your NMA membership account or review your confirmation email to see whether you enrolled in auto-renewal for dues. ([nmanet.org](https://nmanet.org/nma-membership-join-renew/?utm_source=openai))
How can I cancel or stop auto-renewal of my National Medical Association membership dues?
To cancel or change auto-renewal, sign in to your account on nmanet.org and review your membership and payment preferences, or contact the NMA national office directly using the phone number on your statement (often 202-347-1895) or the contact information listed on their website. Request that auto-renewal be disabled and ask for written or email confirmation of the change. ([nnlm.gov](https://www.nnlm.gov/membership/directory/8991?utm_source=openai))
How do I request a refund or correction for a National Medical Association charge?
If you believe you were charged in error—for example, duplicate dues, incorrect registration category, or an unwanted auto-renewal—contact the NMA national office as soon as possible with your receipt, the last four digits of the card, the transaction date, and the exact amount. They can review your membership or event record and advise whether a refund, credit, or adjustment is available under their current policies. Keep written confirmation of any resolution for your records. ([nmanet.org](https://nmanet.org/nma-house-of-delegates/?utm_source=openai))
What are common amounts I might see for National Medical Association charges?
Common NMA card charges include annual membership dues (which vary by member type and career stage), fees for the Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly, smaller delegate or section fees (for example, around tens of dollars), and CME-related registration fees. Exact amounts change over time and by category, so compare the amount on your statement with recent NMA invoices, membership renewal notices, or event registration confirmations in your email. ([nmanet.org](https://nmanet.org/nma-house-of-delegates/?utm_source=openai))
Why do I see a small or pending authorization from the National Medical Association?
When you update a card on file or begin a new online transaction with the National Medical Association, their payment processor may place a temporary authorization hold to verify the card. This can appear as a small or pending charge and should drop off automatically within a few business days without posting as a final transaction. If it does not clear or you see multiple holds, contact NMA or your card issuer for assistance. ([nmanet.org](https://nmanet.org/nma-membership-join-renew/?utm_source=openai))
Can an office manager or third party create an NMA charge on my card without me realizing it?
Yes. In some practices, an office manager, residency coordinator, or administrative staff member may pay NMA dues, convention registration, or CME fees on behalf of physicians using a practice or personal card that was previously authorized. If you don’t recognize the charge, ask your office, training program, or professional society chapter whether they recently processed any payments to the National Medical Association in your name. ([causeiq.com](https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/national-medical-association%2C536010805/?utm_source=openai))
How do I contact the National Medical Association about a billing or membership question?
You can contact the National Medical Association using the phone number that appears in the descriptor (commonly 202-347-1895) or by visiting nmanet.org and using the contact, membership, or staff directory pages to find the appropriate email or phone contact. Have your member ID (if applicable), transaction date, and amount ready so they can quickly locate your record and address your billing question. ([nnlm.gov](https://www.nnlm.gov/membership/directory/8991?utm_source=openai))