apprentice
Posted By: bt on 2007-07-18
In Reply to: Frustrated with newbie testing - Sharla Regan
You might try to find a company/hospital that has an apprentice program just to get some experience. It might involve working without pay or minimum pay just to get a foot in the door somewhere. Good luck.
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There has to be an apprentice SM
designation on this credential. From the AAPC web site
Requirments for removal of Apprentice designation
for the CPC®, CPC-H®, CPC-P®:
At least two recommmendation letters verifying 2 years of on the job experience using the CPT®, ICD-9, or HCPCS code sets. At least one letter must be from a supervisor outlining your coding experience and amount of time in that capacity.
OR
A minimum 80 hour coding course AND one letter verifying one year of on the job coding experience from a supervisor. Proof of education may be sent in the form of a letter from the instructor stating the amount of contact hours or a certificate of completion stating the amount of contact hours.
Should probably try to apprentice locally if you're in need of fast
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