Tag Archives : Medical Coding Certification
Medical coding is starting to become one of the strongest and most stable careers in the country as demand for skilled medical coding graduates is increasing significantly and will continue to grow over the next 10 years. The need for medical coders will rise as the demand for health care rapidly grows. In addition, inquiries made by medical insurance companies and regulators will increase as the number [...]
Q: I want to be a CPC – where do I start?
A: The first thing you want to do is obtain a copy of the exam application packet from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) available at http://www.aapc.com or by calling 800-626-CODE. This four page form will explain exactly what is covered on the exam, how to apply and what you need to submit. Keep in mind the AAPC requires 6 weeks to [...]
Well you've come to the right place! My name is Laureen Jandroep and I've been teaching and coaching coders to prepare to be certified coders for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) physician based board exams since 1999. I have a unique way of teaching myself new concepts and I share that with my students. There will be [...]
