What is the CPC Exam? The CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Exam is a test to get certified in Medical Coding by the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders). AAPC is an educational board that conducts all types of health care certifications, including exams for CPC certifications in the US, as well as many other countries. The CPC Exam consists of 150 multiple choice questions which evaluate 17 areas of knowledge and a broad range of coding related topics, including;  medical terminology, anatomy, anesthesia, medicine and pathology. It is well known throughout the world of medical healthcare as a gold standard for physician based Medical Coding. May be Taken In-person or Online You may choose to take the exam online or in-person. Both options have different specifications and rules. To pass this exam, you must get 70% of the answers correct. This means out of 150 questions, 105 questions must be marked right. The CPC Exam conducted online is an open book exam. You must have reliable internet connection and a stand-alone webcam that can be moved to show your face, hands, keyboard and the area around the keyboard. The Online exam is taken at home in a quiet area during … Continue reading Everything you Need to Know About the CPC Exam