Exam Domains
1 Medical Terminology and Anatomy
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2 Evaluation and Management (E/M)
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3 Anesthesia
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4 Surgery (multiple sections)
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5 Radiology
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6 Pathology and Laboratory
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7 Medicine
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8 HCPCS Level II
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9 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding
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10 CPT Modifiers
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Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatLinear
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name must match AAPC account registration.
RenewalRequired -- Complete 36 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) every 2 years. CEUs earned through AAPC approved education, workshops, webinars, and conferences.
PrerequisitesFormal medical coding education recommended. No formal prerequisites, but practical coding knowledge required. (recommended)
Retake PolicyMust wait 30 days between attempts. Full exam fee required for retake.
LanguagesEnglish