Are you an exam Candidate – It is recommended, not required, to have at least one of the following: Complete courses in all the following topics: anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic coding, and procedural coding and medical services (CPT/HCPCS) plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR Minimum of two (2) years of related multi-specialty coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold the CCA® credential plus one (1) year of multi-specialty coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one (1) year of multi-specialty coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold a CCS®, RHIT®, or RHIA®credential
Exam Layout – Five Subjects (Domains), 97 questions and 8 medical scenarios, 4 hours
Review the book list to be sure that you have qualifying books to participate in the exam
