Wiki ICD-10 Proficiency Testing

[ajfinn0216]

We've been hearing that AAPC certified individuals will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in ICD-10 by taking a test thru AAPC. Any truth to this rumor? If so, any details would be appreciated.

Angie Finnigan, CCS-P, CPC
Cincinnati, Ohio

 

[cmcgarry]

This is true. There are multiple topics in this forum about it. All the details are here on the AAPC website. Basically, it will be an on-line test, non-proctored but timed; we will have two attempts for one payment, and will have until a date in 2014 to pass the exam. Again, Rhonda B has many details listed in another thread - I think just two below this one, and AAPC has information here on the website - just click up on the ICD-10 pictures.

 

[bstephen]

ICD-10 certification

Yes, you will have to recertify in ICD-10- Cm ONLY, not PCS, in order to maintain your credentials with the AAPC. They will start testing in early 2012.