What is AAPC certification?
The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certifies medical coders, giving then the credentials certain employers, physicians and government organizations prefer them to have.TypesAAPC offers different certifications, ranging from general coding knowledge to specific aspects of coding for hospital or outpatient facilities, radiology and cardiovascular medicine, auditing skills, special codes used after the payer receives the bill and 19 other specialties.BenefitsEven though other programs offer coding certifications, many employers think those with certification by AAPC have the most advanced certificate. In 2009, the average coder with AAPC certification made $44,750, $7000 higher than those without certification.CostYou’ll pay between $245 and $400 to take a test for AAPC certification. The amount depends of whether or not you are a member of AAPC and which certification you desire.How to Get CertifiedTo get certification with AAPC, you must pass a test that proves your know
