You’ll need
Certifications
✓Credentialed through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) in one of the following:
✓Certified Outpatient Coder (COC, COC-A)
✓Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
✓Certified Professional Coder (CPC, CPC-A)
Education
Associate degree preferred
Qualifications
✓1 year coding experience in an acute care facility
✓Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology
✓Knowledge of coding conventions: ICD‑10‑CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS
✓Knowledge of CMS coding requirements
✓Proficient computer skills; ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources required