Manuals for CPC exam

[kayal]

I will be taking my CPC exam for the first time in Dec. and will be using the 2012 manuals. If I need to retake the exam a 2nd time and it would be in Jan. 2013, would I be required to use the 2013 manuals? Thanks.

 

[Alicia Scott]

The 2013 CPT manuals go into effect Oct. 1st. The best thing to do is call the AAPC and ask them the dates for the new manuals. I always say better to get it from the horses mouth. That way there is no mistake. I have had students take the exam with the previous year manual and they did fine but I am sure they are going to tell you to test with the current year manual. It is not that the codes changes will give you trouble but rather if guidelines change.

 

[Laureen]

It is not required to use the current years manuals but it is highly recommended. We are hearing of people failing by 1 point (69) - do you really want to risk it by not using the current years manuals?

 

[Alicia Scott]

Think of it as just another investment into your future.

 

[kayal]

Hi-I ordered my 2013 manuals several months ago from AAPC when they were running a special price for members. I thought it was time for them to start shipping by now. Have any of you received yours yet?

 

[Alicia Scott]

I would call them because most of my students have the manuals, except for the HCPCS which ships out later, I think in December.

 

[kayal]

If I was to register for CCO's early 2013 PMCC course, would it be ok to use CPC 2013 manuals I've already pre-ordered from AAPC for your course? Also, I have Carol Buck's 2012 textbook and workbook. Would it be ok to use that , or would I have to order 2013 books, and do the textbooks (except manuals) come with the CCO course, or does the student order that on his/her own? Thanks.

 

[Alicia Scott]

You can use the manuals you ordered. If you start the course now you will get access to the 2012 and 2013 course. Here is a link.
https://www.cco.us/medical-coding-course-online/