"I felt pretty confident when I left the [CPC exam] but I was very excited to see that I had gotten a 95%…I cannot say enough about this online course. I know it’s not for everyone, but for those individuals who are self-motivated, I believe this AAPC course is the way to go. Knowing [AAPC] was right there if I had questions, their timely response to those questions, their encouragement and advice along the way were all very reassuring that I had, indeed, made the right decision...again, thank you!"

-Diane Zsofka, CPC-A
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CPC® Preparation Course


82% of students who complete this course pass the exam; over 90% of those pass it on their first attempt!
Members Bundle and Save*
Course $1,495.00
Practice Exam A $59.95
Practice Exam B $59.95
Practice Exam C $59.95
Exam $260.00
Total $1,934.85
Total Member Price* $1,395.00
Savings $539.85
* Add student membership for $70 to get member savings.

This course teaches fundamental coding skills for an outpatient physician setting and prepares the student to take AAPC's CPC® exam for a career in medical coding. It provides the most up-to-date information relating to CPT®, HCPCS and ICD-9-CM coding and assures a broad encompassing knowledge and expertise in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for physician services. Successful completion of this course indicates that students are prepared to take the CPC® exam.

  • Prepares students to receive AAPC’s gold standard CPC® credential and qualify for a career as a medical coder in a physician office setting
  • Includes a textbook, workbook, and more than 12 hours of audio lectures to add to the student’s learning experience
  • A team of CPC® certified coaches are available to assist and answer student’s questions as needed
  • Provides the flexibility to complete coursework at home on your own schedule
  • Must be completed within a four (4)-month period or less from date of purchase (additional time extensions may be purchased for $29.95 per month)
  • Qualifies for college credit for students of the University of Phoenix
  • Highly recommended courses (or equivalent knowledge): Anatomy | Medical Terminology
  • Required materials (not included with course): AMA’s CPT® Professional | ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 & 2 | HCPCS Level II (code book year should match course year)
  • For more course details: CPC® Preparation Course Syllabus

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Course + Exam + 3 Practice Exams - $1,934.85 (Members: $1,395)

Course - $1,495.00 (Members: $1,195)
Not an AAPC Member? Add AAPC Student Membership for $70 to get member prices.

Add required 2013 code books (CPT® + ICD-9 + HCPCS) - $189.95 (Members: $169.95)

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Date of purchase is considered your course start date, additional time will be given for processing of your order. After your order is processed you will receive further email instruction on course access.

The CPC® exam voucher and practice exams are valid for 12 months from date of purchase. Membership is required to take any AAPC examination.

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