Congrats! I took my CPC cert exam on 05/31 and passed. That was my second try. Honestly, I didn't really study that hard. Just took all the practice exams. Took it at home so I didn't have to drive to the testing center. Working now through the Practicode to remove the apprenticeship. I did mine within 2 months on my own directly with AAPC. They only give you 5 months to complete the course but you have a year to take your certification exam.
I’m currently sitting in the parking lot awaiting to take my CPC exam, you can use the previous year books to test for the current year…2023/2024 books for 2024 etc.
Wow I can relate to everything you said it describes my experience except that I didn’t pass on my first try to I’m going to retake it again. Right now I’m just studying again but I will definitely look at the videos you recommended because yes 2.5 minutes to answer 100 questions was insane and that was my downfall because I didn’t finish on time but thank you for sharing your experience I really appreciate it and congrats to you on being a coder 🎉❤
@@jamesjengasan1268 I could almost do a full exam on my families various medical dramas, we have stepped on and run over by a horse and my grandfather was kicked in head my cow as a child, dented his skull
I paid roughly around $3k that includes the books, membership with AAPC, and two attempts for the exam. I think that was a bargain. This was directly with the AAPC. Also, I paid for the practicode which is a set of 600 case studies that you code to help remove the A from the CPC.
I have an associate degree in Medical Billing and Coding and I tried 5 times to take the CPC exam and each time something happened I had to reschedule! The last time I thought I was moving on to the next question and it ended the test! I have almost given up on taking the exam!
WHAT WAS THE NAME OF GUY THAT HELP DECIPHER THOSE LONG PARAGRAPHS. CAN YOU PLEASE SPELL IT FOR ME. I WENT A COMMUNITY COLLEGE EARN A DIPLOMA AS A MEDICAL CODER, BUT DID NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO TAKE THE EXAMS. NOW I AM GOING TO STUDY ON MY OWN. THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO. IT WAS VERY INFORMATIVE. I WILL CHECK BACK FOR THE NAME.
What course did you take prior to this your exam ? And where was it online. Which certificate would you recommend for someone entering into medical coding field.
Hi!! Im so glad I found you on here! So I have a question for you.. As someone who has no experience in this stuff what so ever, no medical or anatomy experience, what course would you recommend then? I have been looking into preppy, still on the fence about it, and then I was looking into Penn Foster too.. I want a course I can do on my own pace, not like a scheduled community college, yanno? I just want to talk to someone who's in the field who can give insight to which program looks better. im nervous dude lol
@@IamShanRich you get ebooks for course and then they will send you physical books at end if you request them cuz you need them for the exams, except hcpcs, you will have to buy that one separately
Through a college? Mine was $1500-self-paced, online, accredited through Preppy. Then I just pay to take the AAPC exam. I got my transcript and certification in the mail from Auburn University.
Congrats! I took my CPC cert exam on 05/31 and passed. That was my second try. Honestly, I didn't really study that hard. Just took all the practice exams. Took it at home so I didn't have to drive to the testing center. Working now through the Practicode to remove the apprenticeship. I did mine within 2 months on my own directly with AAPC. They only give you 5 months to complete the course but you have a year to take your certification exam.
Hi how much was the course fee?
congratulations, I'm preparing for the accreditation, I don't have a date yet, the truth is it scares me but it's something I have to do, any advice
Where do u buy the CPC practice exam
Just took my exam and passed! Thank you so much for your tips and for pointing out those study videos too! They were so incredibly helpful!
I'm so glad!
I’m currently sitting in the parking lot awaiting to take my CPC exam, you can use the previous year books to test for the current year…2023/2024 books for 2024 etc.
@@itsShay_duh504 you got it! Good luck!
@@kristyduncan8415 Failed by 4 points, taking it one last time in November.
Can you show how you tabbed your ice -10 & CPT BOOK
Im debating on CPC or CCS so this was very helpful! Thank you!
I second that! Please can you show us how you tabbed your books to help you get through the books quicker.
Wow I can relate to everything you said it describes my experience except that I didn’t pass on my first try to I’m going to retake it again. Right now I’m just studying again but I will definitely look at the videos you recommended because yes 2.5 minutes to answer 100 questions was insane and that was my downfall because I didn’t finish on time but thank you for sharing your experience I really appreciate it and congrats to you on being a coder 🎉❤
Hi Adelaide, I'm glad I watched your video about Hoang Nguyen. His video is excellent. Thank you for sharing.
A diagnosis code for getting kicked by a horse took me out 😂
...that was funny.
@@jamesjengasan1268 I could almost do a full exam on my families various medical dramas, we have stepped on and run over by a horse and my grandfather was kicked in head my cow as a child, dented his skull
$1500!? I’m paying (well my mom is) almost 5k without the books! Through community college tho🤷🏻♀️.
I paid roughly around $3k that includes the books, membership with AAPC, and two attempts for the exam. I think that was a bargain. This was directly with the AAPC. Also, I paid for the practicode which is a set of 600 case studies that you code to help remove the A from the CPC.
@TheExWife thank you for the details ❤ now I know more 😊
@@TheExWife is practiced worth the investment?
@TheExWife how long did it take you to finish the practicode? I see it says 18 months, but was wondering if you had the option to finish early.
Great video!!! Thanks for sharing your experience!
girl i would of had a episode if my test results didnt take ur braver than a marine omg. TY so much for the tips im taking mine in like two weeks
Thank you so much for making this video!!! So helpful!
I have an associate degree in Medical Billing and Coding and I tried 5 times to take the CPC exam and each time something happened I had to reschedule! The last time I thought I was moving on to the next question and it ended the test! I have almost given up on taking the exam!
WHAT WAS THE NAME OF GUY THAT HELP DECIPHER THOSE LONG PARAGRAPHS. CAN YOU PLEASE SPELL IT FOR ME. I WENT A COMMUNITY COLLEGE EARN A DIPLOMA AS A MEDICAL CODER, BUT DID NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO TAKE THE EXAMS. NOW I AM GOING TO STUDY ON MY OWN. THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO. IT WAS VERY INFORMATIVE. I WILL CHECK BACK FOR THE NAME.
Thank you so much for this info 🥹😘 You're a blessing 🙏🏿
Thank you. I'm gonna need all the help I can get. Alllll the tips! lol
Great info! Thank you so much
Thank you so much!!!
What course did you take prior to this your exam ? And where was it online. Which certificate would you recommend for someone entering into medical coding field.
Hi!! Im so glad I found you on here! So I have a question for you.. As someone who has no experience in this stuff what so ever, no medical or anatomy experience, what course would you recommend then? I have been looking into preppy, still on the fence about it, and then I was looking into Penn Foster too.. I want a course I can do on my own pace, not like a scheduled community college, yanno? I just want to talk to someone who's in the field who can give insight to which program looks better. im nervous dude lol
Preppy is self paced
thank you
Hi there. Can you let us know what coding program you used please?
What video did you watch?
It’s not crazy that your mom bought you a $1500 it’s actually a blessing. 😅
Hi thanks so much for sharing, do the books come with course or that’s a separate fee ? Thanks
@@IamShanRich you get ebooks for course and then they will send you physical books at end if you request them cuz you need them for the exams, except hcpcs, you will have to buy that one separately
@@kristyduncan8415 Ty yes I have my books now, I’m in the AAPC course 😊
1500?? mine said $2600 with 50% off but still managed to almost be $10,000..
Through a college? Mine was $1500-self-paced, online, accredited through Preppy. Then I just pay to take the AAPC exam. I got my transcript and certification in the mail from Auburn University.
@@user-zk8ck3my3lHow much did you pay for the exam or was it included?
@@user-zk8ck3my3ldid you take the test?