CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER (CPC)
COURSE INFORMATION AND FEATURES
The CPC certification validates proficiency in the correct application of CPT®, HCPCS Level II procedure and supply codes, and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing for medical claims in a physician’s office. CPC is your first step to a successful career in the business side of healthcare. Increase your chances of being hired in a competitive job market.
CPCs represent excellence in medical coding.
Holding CPC certifications shows that you have expertise in reviewing and assigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by healthcare physicians.
Proficiency across services, including E/M, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, pathology, and medicine.
Expert knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations including compliance and reimbursement – allowing a CPC to handle medical necessity, claims denials, bundling issues, and charge capture.
Integrating medical coding and payment policy changes in process.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology necessary to accurately code provider diagnosis and services
The exam
The CPC Exam
- 150 multiple choice questions
- 5 hours and 40 minutes exam duration
- Open codebook
The CPC examination consists of questions regarding the correct application of CPT®, HCPCS Level II procedure, and supply codes and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes used for coding and billing professional medical services to insurance companies. Examinees must also demonstrate knowledge on proper modifier use, coding guidelines and regulatory rules.