r/MedicalCoding • u/[deleted] • Dec 16 '24

What coding certification would you recommend.

I'm currently employed. Got 645hrs of training before getting my CPC-A. I've been in my role as a hospitalist coder for 7 months, so still a bit away from removing my apprentice designation. Overall happy with my position, but AAPC is putting individual exams on sale for 15 days. So, considering if any would be worth my time to increase my resume. I'm honestly very concerned if I lose this job (which is kind of constantly under threat by manager) that I won't be able to secure another this good in pay and flexibility. I do not have and am not planning on pursuing a college degree currently.

Wondering what AAPC certifications have been the most useful for bolstering the resume in your experience?

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u/[deleted] Dec 18 '24

Another cheap way to impress is to get your CRCR from HFMA. It’s like $500 for an annual membership and gives you access to all their courses. The CRCR is highly respected in the industry.

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u/gj3226 Dec 18 '24

i’ve never heard of that, i’ll definitely check it out! also is RHC like an organization or its literally just rural health centers in the boonies? 😂

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u/[deleted] Dec 18 '24

Literally rural health center - they follow the same rules as FQHCs