As a nurseeducator, I know how precious that resource is to them. Instructional Design Thought - v. TABLE OF CONTENTS. CHAPTER ONE -INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is the first line of defense against noncompliance and down-coding for any medical provider. Certified coders help prevent legal difficulties and ensure providers receive full reimbursement in a timely manner.
Certification as a medical coding specialist is voluntary, but well worth pursuing. Candidates with AHIMA or AAPC credentials are strongly preferred by employers, and often earn more than non-certified peers. In fact, AAPC estimates that coders holding a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential earn 20% more. In addition to its entry-level CPC credential, AAPC offers certifications that demonstrate coding and/or health care business expertise in various settings and medical specialties.