Certified Professional Coder

Class Description

This program will introduce class participants to the basic principles of coding for outpatient and physician services. Instruction will include beginning through advanced CPT coding. It will cover information about anatomy, terminology and various procedures, as well as demonstrations and examples on how to code each service in the CPT book. This course will prepare participants to sit for the AAPC, formally American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.

For those unfamiliar with medical terminology, it is advisable to complete the Certified Professional Biller (CPB) course before enrolling in the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) course. Knowledge of medical terminology is highly advised.

Course Structure & Schedule

This is an in-person and online course.

Schedule:

• Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m

What's Included in Tuition?

• Instruction
• Textbooks
• One-year AAPC Membership
• CPC Certification Exam (includes two exam attempts)

Testing will be scheduled by a student through Meazure Learning Testing Center, in-person or via Live Remote Proctor. The certification exam must be taken by the end of the class year.

Upcoming Class Dates

Register for Mandatory Orientation