Certified Professional Coder (CPC) + Certified Professional Biller (CPB) Dual Certifications
American Academy of Professional Coders
The CPC and CPB dual certification validates a professional’s complete understanding of both medical coding and billing — two essential components of the healthcare revenue cycle. Earning both credentials demonstrates mastery in translating provider documentation into accurate medical codes and managing claim submission, payment posting, and payer communication to ensure proper reimbursement.
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
$425 exam
Format
Hybrid
Skills developed through this program
- Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for procedures, diagnoses, and services
- Understand coding guidelines, conventions, and compliance requirements
- Code for outpatient and physician services, including evaluation and management (E/M), procedures, and same-day surgeries
- Link diagnoses and procedures to demonstrate medical necessity
- Ensure coding accuracy to support proper reimbursement and compliance
- Manage claim submission for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
Why earn both the CPC and CPB certifications? - Gain a well-rounded understanding of the entire healthcare revenue cycle, from coding to collections - Validate your ability to code procedures, diagnoses, and services accurately and manage claim submission and payer interactions - Build a strong foundation for careers in coding, billing, auditing, compliance, and revenue cycle management - Increase your earning potential by becoming proficient in both the clinical and financial sides of healthcare - Start your career with two industry-recognized core credentials that open more opportunities and advancement pathways Who should earn the CPC + CPB? - Individuals new to healthcare who want to build a strong foundation in both coding and billing - Experienced but uncertified professionals seeking to validate their skills and increase earning potential - Billers who want to strengthen their understanding of coding and compliance - Coders interested in expanding their expertise into billing and revenue cycle management Experience requirements: For self-paced and instructor-led courses, you will need to take Fundamentals of Medicine or have equivalent real-world experience with medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology to be exempt. The Job-Ready Training Program includes all necessary fundamentals training in your course starting at week 14 when the CPC course starts. There is no need to enroll in the separate Fundamentals of Medicine training for this program. Maintaining your certifications: To maintain your dual credentials, you must maintain your AAPC annual membership, and earn 40 continuing education units (CEUs) every two years.
What you need to earn this credential
No requirements listed.
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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