BMCA Boston Medical Coding Academy

What is CPC Certification?

CPC stands for Certified Professional Coder(CPC)® . This CPC Certification is for professional medical coders across the world provided by AAPC – American Academy of Professional Coders™. CPC Certification is the most recognized medical coding certification in the healthcare industry.

Why should I get CPC Certification?

CPC Certification exam is to evaluate the Medical coder’s proficiency in Medical coding laws and regulations. Gaining CPC Certification authenticates you as a certified US healthcare professional and raises your opportunities of getting hired in the job market.

Which is the best medical coding certification?

There are many medical coding certifications available in the industry authenticated by reputed boards like AAPC & AHIMA. But, CPC certification by AAPC is recommended as a popular certification among medical coders across the world.

Train with Boston Medical Coding Academy’s world-class instructors

Enrolling in Boston Medical Coding Academy's CPC Certification Preparation Course will provide the best preparation for the CPC examination. Designed by the exam's creators, these courses will provide you with a thorough education on the correct application of all medical code sets you may encounter on the test. There is the option of taking a self-paced course or a virtual instructor-led course.

Test your knowledge before the exam

Assess your strengths and weaknesses. We strongly advise you to take one of the 50-question online practise exams to become acquainted with the format and time limits of the exam. Our practise exams are an exact replica of the actual exam, guaranteeing that you are completely prepared for test day.

Dragonise and prioritise your focus area

After passing your first practise exam, you will notice that not all CPC curriculum topics necessitate the same amount of study time. We will recommend the appropriate level of classes and activities based on your diagnostic results and practise performance. Use these tips to make the most of your practise time.

Topics Covered

Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathology, and laboratory techniques, etc

Introduction Concepts regarding CPT-4 Procedure Coding Terminologies, HCPCS Guidelines, and Modifiers

HIPAA Training

Revenue Cycle Management and Numerous Coding Examples

Evaluation and Management (E&M), Surgery, Anesthesia, Radiology, Pathology, and Medicine

ICD-10 CM coding standards

HCPCS Coding guidelines

Compliance with regulations

Medical Billing

Highlights

Candidates' Time management during Exams are addressed in detail.

Mock Examinations with in-depth analysis of each Mock Examination.

A pre-exam review assists candidates in reviewing the concepts and bolstering their motivation.

Numerous effective shortcuts to pass the examination

Study Materials

Boston Medical Coding Academy – Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology Manual

AAPC & Boston Medical Coding Academy – Mock Test & Solution Manual

ICD – 10, CPT and HCPCS Books

Eligibility - Fresher’s & Experienced Medical Coders

Batches - Weekdays & Weekend

Duration - 60 hours

Course Duration - 25 days (Weekdays Days | 4 hours per day) or 50 days (Weekdays Days | 2 hours per day)

How to prepare for CPC certification exam ?

To pass the CPC exam, you must score 70% on 150 questions in 5 hours and 40 minutes. This is not a memorization examination. It involves locating the appropriate medical codes for the presented medical scenarios. To achieve this, you must be competent with medical terminology as well as the ICD, CPT, and HCPCS manuals. Before taking the CPC test, the AAPC strongly recommends taking at least three online practise exams. This practice allows you to familiarize yourself with the format and time constraints of the actual CPC exam.

Who is qualified for CPC Certification?

Every medical coder qualifies to take the AAPC's CPC certification exam. Earning a CPC certification will increase your job market opportunities.

What is the duration of the CPC Exam training?

CPC Certification Training has a total course duration of 60 hours. Our candidates will receive one-on-one assistance in completing five practice exams, followed by a manual of helpful hints.

Where can I find the most effective CPC Certification Training in Chennai?

There are very few CPC Certification training providers in Chennai. Boston Medical Coding Academy distinguishes itself through high-quality CPC certification training in Chennai, certified instructors, interactive training modules, job placement assistance, and value-added services such as resume writing, interview preparation, and mock interviews, among other things.

Why should you attend the School of Medical Coding and Billing for CPC?

We, the Boston Medical Coding Academy have the most experienced trainers with AAPC certification in medical coding. Our Medical Coding and Billing Training Modules are highly interactive, including live-charts sessions, numerous assessments, mock tests, one-on-one sessions for questions, and flexible batch scheduling for professionals. We ensure that you are immediately job-ready following completion of your instruction. We offer 100 percent job placement assistance, followed by resume development, interview techniques, and practice interviews to improve your placement opportunities.

Pricing + Membership Cost

Few changes required. For example please see below for your perusal. (CPC)® - Certified Professional Coder

Exam number of Questions

100 multiple-choice questions

Online or in-person options

AAPC offers online and in-person proctored exams. Choose to take the exam at home in a quiet, private location or through your local chapter or a licensed instructor. Learn more about the online proctored exam and how to prepare for the current exam.

Time Allowed

In-person and online exams are administered in one sitting, with four hours to complete the exam.

Exam prerequisite: A reliable internet connection and an external webcam that can be positioned to show your face, hands, keyboard, and the area around the keyboard (about 10 inches) are required.

Approved Code Books

AMA's CPT® Professional Edition (current year)

ICD-10-CM (current year), any publisher

HCPCS Level II (current year)

Pricing - One attempt for $399 or $499 for two attempts.