96492 - Medical Coding (CPC) Self-paced

Course Overview

Obtain the knowledge and industry-recognized credentials to stand out in the fast-growing healthcare industry. We have partnered with AAPC to help you get certified as a Medical Coder through this self-paced course. The Medical Certified Professional Coding (CPC) course teaches fundamental medical coding skills for professional services (physicians, mid-level providers, etc.) and prepares you to take AAPC's CPC exam. The course includes: Fundamentals of Medicine covering: medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology and applying it to reading medical records and coding. Next, you will learn CPT®, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding with hands-on practice, coding real-world redacted medical records. Assuring a broad knowledge in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for professional (physician) services. This self-paced course is 80 hours with 10-month access.

Program Includes:
AAPC student membership
CPC practice exams (3 exams with unlimited attempts)
CPC certification exam (1 attempt)
Practicode CPC-A Practicum
AAPC Codify subscription

E-books included:
Medical Terminology books
CPT® Professional Edition code book (current year), AMA publisher
ICD-10-CM code book (current year), any publisher
HCPCS Level II code book (current year), any publisher
If a student wants hard cover books, they will have to purchase on their own through  AAPC or any major bookseller. 
-Medical dictionary, any publisher - is recommended and not required.

What You'll Learn

• Identify how to use medical terminology to read a medical record.
• Use anatomic reference systems to identify anatomic positions and landmarks.
• Understand an overview of the pathophysiology of common conditions.
• Identify the purpose of the CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code books
• Understand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
• Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codes
• Identify the information in appendices of the CPT® code book
• Explain the determination of the levels of E/M services
• Code a wide variety of patient services using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
• List the major features of HCPCS Level II codes
• Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services

Who Should Attend

Medical coding careers appeal to individuals from all walks of life and skill levels. With the healthcare industry's reputation for stability, this field is particularly enticing for those who prioritize job security, with the added benefit that nearly 60% of these jobs can be performed remotely.

• Anyone interested in an exciting and in-demand career in medical billing and coding!
• No prior medical experience required.
• Anyone wanting to sit for the CPC certification exams with AAPC

Additional Information

Participant has to complete all assignments and obtain a 70% or above on all chapter exams, the final exam, and the course score overall to obtain a certificate of completion.  Note on course hours: 80 clock hours accounts only for time spent in the online course, and does not include time spent outside the course or study time. Study time will vary widely per individual.

This course prepares one to become nationally certified as a CPC, Certified Professional Coder with AAPC. It includes the exam for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certification. For questions about the exam and national certification, please contact AAPC. 

The medical coding industry does not require a license, instead the industry relies on voluntary, national certifications. Employers may require a national professional certification to ensure compliance. If you are outside of New Mexico, please contact your employer or AAPC for requirements in your specific state.

If you are using Tuition Remission or funding from our Funding Resource page:
Contact streviso@unm.edu to get started.
Fill out form with info: Course#: 96492-001, price: $4,795.00
For starting July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027, use course# 96492-002, price $5,275.00
Course dates: List your start date.  Can start at any time, this is a self-paced course with 10-month access.
Student is responsible to pay the remaining balance after Tuition Remission is deducted. Students registered with funding once enrolled, there are no refunds.

Click on the "Learn more and enroll" button to:

• Self-pay with credit card.
• Speak with an admissions specialist

This course is offered in partnership with

AAPC is the world's largest training and credentialing organization for the business of healthcare. We help individuals prepare for and succeed in their healthcare careers through professional training, industry-standard certifications, and meaningful career support.

• Higher Earnings: AAPC-certified individuals earn 29% more than their uncertified peers
• Gold Standard: AAPC credentials are recognized as the “gold standard” in the industry
• First-Try Success: AAPC-trained individuals are 3x more likely to pass the certification exam on the first try
• Nationwide Network: Be part of a community of 250K+ industry professionals

Requirements

What are the requirements to register for this program?

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Admissions interview
• High-speed internet access
• Requires computer with Blackboard supported Operating System & Web browser and Adobe Acrobat Reader. Use of a mobile device for the Blackboard app is not recommended. For more specifics click on "enroll now" or speak with an admissions specialist. 

We’re here to answer your questions contact: 888-921-1183 to speak to an admissions specialist at AAPC.