Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
The Certified Coding Specialist certification is designed for individuals skilled in classifying medical data from medical records. CCS professionals demonstrate a practitioner’s tested skills in data quality and accuracy as well as mastery of coding proficiency.
Cost
The cost of the CCS exam is $299 for AHIMA members and $399 for non-members.Show moreShow less
Format
Hybrid
Eligibility Calculator
Which aid programs apply to this program?
Credentials this program stacks toward
No program pathways.
Detailed information about this program
The Certified Coding Specialist certification is designed for individuals skilled in classifying medical data from medical records. CCS professionals demonstrate a practitioner’s tested skills in data quality and accuracy as well as mastery of coding proficiency. It is recommended, not required, to have at least one of the following: Complete courses in all the following topics: anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic coding, and procedural coding and medical services (CPT/HCPCS) plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR Minimum of two (2) years of related coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold the CCA® credential plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR Hold a CCS-P®, RHIT®, or RHIA® credential
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
Eligible funding programs
No funding information available.
Scholarships
No scholarships listed.