3-Day CPC® Exam Prep Bootcamp
If you already have at least one year of medical coding experience and knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology — skip the basics and dive right into what you’ll need to brush up on to be prepared to pass the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam.
The virtual, instructor-led 3-Day CPC Exam Prep Bootcamp bridges the gap between your coding knowledge, healthcare experience, and the credentials needed for career advancement opportunities.
When to enroll
As an experienced coder, the 3-Day CPC Exam Prep Bootcamp is your shortcut to certification — opening the door to higher pay and new career opportunities.
Value
AAPC trains over 20,000 new students annually for careers in medical billing and coding. Differentiate yourself as a Certified Professional Coder. Earning the CPC credential shows employers you have a broad knowledge in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for professional (physician) services.
Education and experience
One year of medical coding experience is required.
Course length
This CPC Exam Prep Bootcamp will take 3 days (4 hours per day) to complete.
Course syllabus
Financial options
Pay in full: Price includes $250 pay-in-full discount
Pay over time: Make easy monthly payments over 12, 18, or 24 months
All the prep and practice you need to pass your certification exam.
Throughout your medical coding training, you’ll master the following areas:
ICD-10-CM, CPT®, and HCPCS coding systems - Gain proficiency in using the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes — all essential for reporting diagnoses, treatments, and medical procedures accurately.
Compliance and regulations - Develop a thorough understanding of healthcare compliance requirements, including HIPAA, the False Claims Act, and other federal and state regulations. Learn how coding accuracy plays an integral role in preventing fraud, waste, and abuse and how partnering with providers to improve documentation integrity supports legal and ethical standards in healthcare.
What's included
In addition to the actual course of interactive online lectures, step-by-step coding processes, and all training needed to pass the exam, you’ll receive:
World-class faculty
Our faculty incorporates wisdom gained from years of real-world experience to create a dynamic classroom environment. What you learn in training will seamlessly transfer to the workplace.CPC study guide
AAPC study guides are designed to deepen your understanding of the concepts you've learned in your training. With the included easy-to-follow explanations, examples, coding tips, and exercises, you can ensure you master challenging topics before exam day.Online practice exams
With your practice exams, you can familiarize yourself with the online platform used for the real certification exam. Explore the format, tools, and resources you'll be using on exam day beforehand — practicing as many times as you need until you receive a passing score.CPC certification exam
We created the CPC exam, so we know how to prepare you for it. Go into your exam confidently knowing what’s waiting for you at the end — a new credential and the opportunities that will come with it.
Why train with AAPC?
Any credential you earn through us will be recognized worldwide. Our education is trusted globally, positioning AAPC as the leader in training and certification. We train more people for careers in medical billing and coding than any other institution.
You get to train with the same experts who created the exams. Why study at an institution that bases its curriculum on AAPC’s when you can train directly with us?
Our exam pass rates are the highest in the industry. We provide the most trusted curriculum and top-rated training, resulting in exam pass rates that remain unmatched by other programs.
Start building career connections immediately. We are the only educational institution where you can start building your professional network with hiring managers and future peers on day one.
Additional training resources
Review the study guide and test-taking techniques.
Designed to help you prepare for the exam, our official CPC Study Guide walks you through a review of anatomy and terminology and covers all the content sections found on the exam. Best of all, it provides testing tips for taking the AAPC CPC exam.
AAPC's study guide reviews each section of the CPC exam in detail, providing practical examples, sample questions, and test-taking techniques.

Test your knowledge before the exam.
Diagnose your strengths and weaknesses. We highly recommend that you take one of the 50-question online practice exams to help you become familiar with the format and time constraints of the real test. Our practice tests accurately mirror the exam to ensure you are fully prepared on exam day.

Diagnose and prioritize your focus areas.
After you take your first practice exam you’ll realize not all areas of CPC curriculum require equal study time. Based on your diagnostic results and practice performance, we’ll recommend lessons and exercises at just the right level. Follow these recommendations to make the most of your practice time.

Sign up for a 1-day exam review.
Whether you are completely new to coding or a seasoned veteran, AAPC offers an eight-hour online exam review that solidifies your preparation.
The review is divided up by domains covered on the exam, allowing students to focus on the areas where they need a bit more help. Each session contains an area of focus on the exam and will provide you with a review of key concepts, test-taking tips and strategies, and a review of the most commonly missed questions.



