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tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2000 Issue 3
Reader Question: State Certification
Question: I would like to know about state testing for certification and whether there are work books or other materials to study.Elizabeth Allen, Coding Specialist, N.J.Answer: To our knowledge, there are no state-specific certification programs. Most states recognize the national certifications of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). The AAPC has an independent study program and study guides available. Certifications/credentials that can be earned are CPC (certified professional coder) and CPC-H (certified professional coderhospital). AAPC can be reached at 800-626-2633 or at its Web site at www...
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