Medical coding certifications from AAPC are the gold standard in the healthcare industry. Certifications are nationally recognized by employers, physician societies, and government organizations. AAPC medical coding certifications are a must for anyone interested in pursuing a career in medical coding and billing.

There are a number of different certifications that prospective medical coders can choose to pursue, although three of the most common are the Certified Professional Coder (CPC), the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and the Certified Medical Coder (CMC), each of which is offered by a different organization. Coding work can vary greatly depending on the healthcare setting a coder chooses, so it is important that students seeking certification choose the one that matches with their ultimate goals.

The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification may be an ideal path for those interested in working in an outpatient setting, such as a physician’s office or outpatient clinic. The CPC exam is the most popular medical coding certification exam in the field of medical coding.


PREREQUISITES FOR CPC CERTIFICATION
Although not strictly required, the AAPC recommends that anyone taking the CPC exam have at least an associate’s degree from an accredited institution. Most people who choose to take the CPC exam also have existing experience in the field of medical coding.

It is important to note that successful completion of the CPC exam is not enough to qualify the examinee as a Certified Professional Coder. Those that choose to take the exam without first gaining professional experience in the field will earn a CPC-A certification, which stands for Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice. In order to become a full CPC, the coder must complete at least two years of professional experience and submit two letters of recommendation to the AAPC.


CERTIFYING CPC EXAM DETAILS
The CPC exam consists of 150 questions, divided into 12 distinct sections, including: Surgical procedures, Evaluation and management, Anesthesia, Radiology, Pathology and Laboratory, Medicine, Medical terminology, Anatomy, ICD-10, volumes 1 and 2, HCPCS Level II Codes, Coding guidelines. Compliance and regulation. An overall score of 70 percent is required in order to become certified.


Why should you choose CIGMA for CPC Certification
CIGMA Medical Coding Academy provide Certification progarm in Medical Coding & Billing. Our program insures that you have all the necessary skills you need to be prepared for an entry level coding position.  You will be prepared to sit for the CPC exam upon completion of the program. CIGMA is the only AAPC approved training institute in kerala with AAPC certified instructors.