What are the exam registration prerequisites?
Basic exam requirements
Current AAPC membership
Current email and valid address on file
Valid, unused electronic exam voucher
A valid, government-issued photo ID. First and last name must EXACTLY match your exam confirmation. Temporary, paper, copies, or digital IDs are NOT permitted.
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Prerequisites
CPMA®, CPCO®, CPPM®, CRC, CIC, CPB and specialty credentials are stand-alone certifications with no requirement to hold a CPC®, COC® (formerly CPC-H® or CPC-P® credential. Letters of recommendation are not required but these are difficult, high-level examinations and are not meant for individuals with little, limited or no coding or relevant professional experience.
There is no requirement for the amount of experience in the specialty, although two years of experience in the specific fields are highly recommended.