Q: What is the font size in these books

ICD-10-CM Index: 7pt, FM: 8pt, Tabular: 7.5pt, Appendix: 7pt ICD-10-PCS Index: 8pt, FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8pt, Appendix: 8pt PCE Index: 8pt, FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8-9pt, Appendix: 8.5pt PDR FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8pt HCPCS Index: 8.5pt, FM: 8.5pt, Tabular: 8.5pt, Appendix: 8.5pt

Question 1

Which year's books should I use?

Accepted Answer

Since the code sets for each coding book are updated every year, it’s essential for coders to have the current year’s books/manuals to ensure accurate performance. Reporting wrong codes can lead to denied claim submissions and substantial penalization. It’s very important to get an education on the annual code set updates and to obtain new code books every year.

All AAPC exams are based on the current calendar year’s code sets. It is strongly suggested you use the current year’s books.
AAPC exams are updated every January for the new code sets.
You may choose to utilize books from the preceding year, the current year, or a combination or both; however, only one copy of each book is allowed.
Books older than one year are are NOT allowed for exam use.
Upcoming year’s books are NOT allowed for exam use.
2025 HCPCS Level II codes will be used for all exams before March 2, 2026.
Exams will transition to 2026 HCPCS Level II codes, and candidates may use either the 2025 or 2026 HCPCS coding books On or after March 2, 2026.
Examinees using their second attempt in the next calendar year, will not be permitted to take the previous year's exam.
Please review the allowed reference materials for a full list that applies to your certification exam.

Question 2

What books or reference materials can I use for the exam?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to the allowed materials for your exam type.

Question 3

Book refunds and cancellations

Accepted Answer

Preorders may be cancelled at any time prior to shipment. If your books have already shipped, please refer to our standard return policy, which states all returns must be submitted within 30 days of the shipment date. Call (800) 626-2633 to cancel or return your order.

Question 4

Are the books printed in color?

Accepted Answer

The Procedure Desk Reference (PDR) is the only AAPC book printed in black and white. All other code books are printed in color.

Question 5

What is the font size in these books

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM
- Index: 7pt, FM: 8pt, Tabular: 7.5pt, Appendix: 7pt

ICD-10-PCS
- Index: 8pt, FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8pt, Appendix: 8pt

PCE
- Index: 8pt, FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8-9pt, Appendix: 8.5pt

PDR
- FM: 9pt, Tabular: 8pt

HCPCS
- Index: 8.5pt, FM: 8.5pt, Tabular: 8.5pt, Appendix: 8.5pt

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