AAPC certification exams can be taken online with a live remote proctor or in person. Learn the CPC exam format, rules, approved books, and test day tips.
CPC Exam Prep
CPC Exam Changes: From 150 Questions to 100 (Updated for 2026)
The CPC exam used to be 150 questions in 5 hours 40 minutes. Today it is 100 questions in 4 hours, in one sitting. Here is what changed and how to prepare.
Taking the AAPC Medical Coding CPC Exam Online vs In Person
Taking the CPC exam online vs in person? Compare requirements, room rules, and equipment for each option so you can choose the right fit for test day.
Should I Complete AAPC Practicode? How It Helps Remove the CPC-A
AAPC Practicode counts for one of the two years needed to remove the CPC-A. Learn what Practicode is, why employers value it, and when to complete it.
Everything You Need to Know About the CPC Exam
Learn what the AAPC CPC exam covers, how the Certified Professional Coder test works, and how to prepare with an instructor led online course.