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.
CCA CCS CPC Entry Level Voluntary certification Common in physicians office Administered by AHIMA Administered by AHIMA Administered by AAPC 6 months experience coding or educational courses 2 yrs of hospital based coding Requires 2 yrs. Coding experiences Exhibits inpatient/outpatient coding Can be deemed âapprenticeâ status