What is AAPC Medical coding certification in Kerala?

 AAPC Medical coding certification in Kerala

The AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) Medical Coding Certification in Kerala encompasses a series of training and certification programs individuals with the requisite skills and knowledge essential for a successful career in medical coding. These certifications are acknowledged worldwide.

Major AAPC Certifications in Kerala:

CPC (Certified Professional Coder):

• Focus: Outpatient coding.

• Education: Includes training in CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification), HCPCS Level II (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System).

CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor):

• Focus: Medical statistics.

• The course covers coding concepts, compliance standards, and the audit process.

COC (Certified Outpatient Coder):

• Focus: Hospital outpatient coding.

• Education: Includes training in outpatient procedures and codes

CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder):

• Focus: Inpatient-hospital coding.

• Learning: Emphasizes ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System) for inpatient codes.

CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder):

• Focus: Risk adjustment rules.

• The course involves training in HCC (Hierarchical Condition Category) coding.