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Certified Outpatient Coder (Formerly CPC-H)

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Updated January 2026
Your Study Path

CPC Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Build Outpatient Facility Foundations

Lock in first-listed diagnosis sequencing, ICD-10-CM conventions, and facility documentation abstraction.

45
hours
2

Master CPT/HCPCS + Modifier ControlsYou are here

Drill service-code selection, modifier governance, and drug/supply reporting with documentation evidence.

55
hours
3

Train OPPS/APC/OCE Decision Flow

Practice status indicators, packaging/composite rules, and OCE edit triage until payment behavior is predictable.

55
hours
4

Run Case-Based Denial and Correction Labs

Simulate denial root-cause analysis, medical-necessity defense, and audit-trail compliant claim corrections.

35
hours
Estimated total study time
190 hours
That's about 19 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the COC (CPC-H) Exam?

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Age
No minimum age listed by AAPC
Education
No formal degree requirement; coding education/training strongly recommended
Additional Requirements
  • AAPC membership is required to sit for the exam
  • Candidates should be fluent in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II outpatient use
  • Facility OPPS/APC and edit-management workflow familiarity is strongly recommended

COC (CPC-H) Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates with baseline coding experience

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

AAPC-approved testing sites / online proctored

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

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Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$399 one attempt / $499 two attempts
Application FeeAAPC membership required
Total Estimated CostVaries based on membership status and prep pathway
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COC (CPC-H) Exam Details

Certified Outpatient Coder (Formerly CPC-H)

Administered by AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)

Official Source
70% (70/100)
Passing Score
100
Questions
4
Hours
$399 one attempt / $499 two attempts
Exam Fee
Study time: 180-260 hours
Prerequisites: AAPC membership required; outpatient facility coding experience strongly recommended
Valid for: Maintain credential with AAPC CEU requirements

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) content outline

Outpatient Regulatory and Diagnosis Coding25%

First-listed diagnosis decisions, ICD-10-CM conventions, and outpatient rule application

CPT/HCPCS and Modifier Logic25%

Facility procedure coding, modifier 25/59/XEPSU, discontinued procedures, and drug unit reporting

OPPS/APC/OCE Methods25%

Status indicators, packaging/composite APC behavior, and OCE edit resolution workflow

Revenue Integrity and Compliance25%

Charge capture, medical necessity, denial root cause, audit trails, and correction controls

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