Why Become Certified by AAPC
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Join over 150,000 healthcare professionals holding AAPC certifications.
Show your mark of excellence. Certification is a professional's official recognition of achievement and expertise.
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Explore Some of Our Most Popular Certifications
AAPC credentials are the most highly recognized certifications in the United States and globally. By certifying with AAPC you will have the necessary skills and expertise to work in the US healthcare system.
Choose Your Coding Classification
CPC® Certified Professional Coder
Learn the application of CPT, HCPCS Level II procedures and supply codes, and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing medical claims in a physician offices and ambulatory care settings.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
CIC™ Certified Inpatient Coder
Learn the correct application of ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing for medical claims in an inpatient hospital or facility and DRG payment methodology.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
CDEO™ Clinical Documentation Improvement
Learn about best practice CDI programs including skills in documentation requirements, quality measures, payment methodologies, clinical conditions including signs/symptoms and typical treatment protocols.
Recommended for:
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Medical Coders
- Medical Auditors
- Case Managers
CPB™ Certified Professional Biller
Learn applications of the medical billing life cycle including regulatory policies, claims workflow, denials management, collections and A/R management principles.
Recommended for:
- Billing and reimbursement professionals
CPMA™ Certified Professional Medical Auditor
Validates proficiency in medical auditing and abstraction of coding and billing for medical claims in connection with fraud, abuse, risk analysis and governmental and payer guidelines.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Auditors
Certified Professional Coder Australia
Learn the application of MBS and ACHI procedure codes, and ICD-10-AM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing medical claims.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
Certified Hospital Coder - Brazil (CHC-B)®
Learn the application of ICD-10, TUSS and SUS-SIGTAP codes used for coding and billing of medical claims in hospital and office settings.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
Anatomy
A strong understanding of human anatomy is required for medical coding and to pass certification. If you need a refresher or don't have experience with anatomy, we strongly recommend taking this online course.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
Medical Terminology
A strong understanding of medical terminology is required for medical coding and to pass certification. If you need a refresher or don't have experience, we strongly recommend taking this online course.
Recommended for:
- Medical Coders
- Medical Billers
- Medical Auditors
Guide To Becoming Certified
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Choose your CredentialDecide which credential is best for you depending on what classification system or job role you will be working.
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New to Medical CodingMake sure you meet the prerequisites especially if you are new to medical coding.
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Get TrainedAAPC offers a variety of training options to help you prepare for certification.
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Schedule your ExamOnce you're ready, schedule a date and location for your certification exam. We also offer online exams for many of our credentials now.
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Become a Member of AAPCJoin AAPC and build your network of professional contacts around the world.