Medical Coding Certifications

Prove Your Professional Competence With Medical Coding Certification

AHIMA (the American Health Information Management Association) is the leading professional association for workers in the health information management field. Among its many roles is functioning as a credentialing organization for health information professionals who want to add professional certification in the field to their resumes.

Benefits of Certification

Professional certification offers personal assurance and industry recognition of an individual's skill and competence in the performance of his or her duties. It gives job candidates an edge in the marketplace and a dedication to their industry by signaling their proficiency in their field of choice and may result in higher compensation.

Types of AHIMA Certification

Certified Coding Associate (CCA) The CCA exam is an entry-level certification that proves an initial level of competency and capability in the medical coding field. Certification at this level distinguishes professionals new to the field from newcomers without credentials. The Saint Joseph's University Professional Medical Coding Certification program prepares students to take this exam.

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) CCS certification shows evidence of advanced coding and analysis skills in the medical coding field, specifically in a hospital setting. It is recommended for professional medical coders with at least three years of experience in medical coding.

Certified Coding Specialist--Physician-based (CCS-P) Like the CCS exam, this certification generally requires at least three years of experience in the field and demonstrates mastery in medical coding, but it is for medical coders with experience in physician-based settings such as doctors' offices, specialty centers, and group practices.

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