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ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding
ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding is a content area on the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (CPC), administered by AAPC. It falls under the Allied Health & Medicine category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding |
| Exam | AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (CPC) |
| Domain Weight | — |
| Governing Body | AAPC |
| Available in App | Allied Health Exam Prep |
| Official Source | AAPC official website ↗ |
CPC ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding: FAQ
How much of the CPC covers ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding?
ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding is one of 7 content areas tested on the CPC. AAPC does not publish specific domain weightings for this exam, but ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding appears in the official exam objectives. The C3RT app covers all 7 content areas.
What is the CPC exam format and how does ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding fit in?
The CPC has 7 content areas. ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding is content area 2 of 7. The other content areas are Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, CPT Evaluation and Management Coding, CPT Surgical Coding by Body System, CPT Medicine, Radiology and Pathology, HCPCS Level II, Compliance and Regulatory Guidelines.
How do I study for the ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding section of the CPC?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Allied Health Exam Prep app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the CPC and what is the passing score?
The CPC is administered by AAPC. Visit the official AAPC website for the current exam format, question count, and time limits, as these can change between exam versions. The C3RT app covers all current content areas including ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding.
Where can I find official AAPC resources for ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding?
The official source for CPC content outlines and study resources is the AAPC website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with AAPC. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with thousands of practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 7 content areas.
ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding is a content area on the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (CPC), a Allied Health & Medicine exam administered by AAPC. C3RT is not affiliated with AAPC. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the AAPC website.