Wiki Post CPMA Exam Practice

[lcarlson@uwp.washington.edu]

I've passed my CPMA exam and I'm now officially credentialed as a CPMA, however in my current position I am just coding. Is there a resource I can use to get practice at auditing that will increase my experience/knowledge while I look for an auditing position?

 

[JenniferB7]

There isn't a lot of "auditing" practice out there, however, I would recommend the following:

AAPC's Practicode for Experienced Coders: https://www.aapc.com/practicode/practicode-modules.aspx
NAMAS: http://namas.co/education/

Hope that helps!

 

[twdevore]

I'm currently studying for the CPMA. What's your experience in coding? I've been doing this for a very long time but I'm finding items in the test that I haven't encountered in my years of working. It may be the difference between AAPC and AHIMA's teaching. I'm not sure. I have a credential from each. Did you find the exam terribly difficult?

If you're working in a place where you have access to coders/auditors, you might reach out to see if they could help you and give you practice. Going to the local chapter meetings might be a good place to find someone that could help mentor you as well. Good Luck!