Certified Inpatient Coder (Voucher Included)
Demand for medical coders will grow 13% by 2026, so there's no better time to advance your career. This online medical coding course will train you to become a Certified Inpatient Coder.
The AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC™) credential proves that you are an expert in inpatient medical records review. Earning CIC™ certification requires previous work experience, so most professionals prepare for the exam while working full-time. With this course's flexible online format, you can prepare for the CIC™ exam on your own schedule.
Certified Inpatient Coder (Voucher Included)
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES199
What you will learn
- How to apply the official ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines for diagnoses and procedures
- Understand the different types of hospital facilities and their documentation and coding standards
- Understand the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) coding guideline
- Differentiate between inpatient and outpatient services and payment methodologies (IPPS and OPPS)
- Understand the difference between MS-DRGs and APC assignments
How you will benefit
- Holding the CIC certification credential validates the expert level knowledge
- Specialized medical coding experience helps with career advancement
- According to Indeed.com, more remote coding positions are available for certified inpatient coders
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 6 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 170 course hours
Instructors & Support
Kathryn Williamson
Kathryn Williamson, CPC, CIC, is the education specialist for the inpatient curriculum at AAPC. Prior to working in an outpatient medical facility, she started her career as a dental assistant. She has been a medical coder for over 6 years and works as sole on-site coder for a 40-bed full-service hospital.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
While there is no experience requirement, it is strongly recommended that you have at least two years of experience in inpatient coding or an inpatient coding course. Certification exams offered by AAPC are only available online to candidates located in the US.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- ICD-10-CM Expert for Hospitals
- ICD-10-PCS Expert
Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.
More About
About Certification: American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) is one of the world's most recognized institutions for professional medical coders, with more than 175,000 members. The AAPC offers more than 30 certifications that include medical billing and coding, compliance, and management, among other topics. These certifications are an excellent way to prove you have a working knowledge of specific aspects of healthcare, and the skills you need to practice in the field. All AAPC certifications share a common goal: help everyone from beginners to experienced professionals advance their careers and contribute positively to the industry.