I'm often asked if you can bring a study guide to the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam, and the answer is no. You're only allowed to bring specific books: your ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS books. These books must be either the current year's edition or from one calendar year prior. Keep in mind that your CPT book must be the American Medical Association (AMA) edition, but the other books can be from any publisher you choose. You have the option to bring your own printed books, or you can cho

Rumors are swirling about fill-in-the-blank questions on the 2026 CPC exam. Here's the truth: While the AAPC has the capability, it's not an imminent priority. Advanced notice will be given if any changes occur. #CPCExam #MedicalCoding #AAPC #CodingCertification #CodingExam | Contempo Coding, LLC

Hey, I'm finding the CPT code for a neuroplasty of the median nerve for carpal tunnel syndrome. I looked in the CPT index under "carpal tunnel". The correct CPT code for carpal tunnel syndrome decompression, which is a carpal tunnel release, is 64721. CPT code 64721 is for "neuroplasty and or transposition media nerve at carpal tunnel". Since patients typically only have one carpal tunnel released at a time, I'll need to go back to the documentation to see if it was the left or the right side. I

I always get asked: physical books or e-books for the CPC exam? If you love notes and highlights and a tactile feel, go physical! But e-books are great if you need search functions, can't afford new books, or learn better digitally. #CPCExam #MedicalCoding #CodingCertification #CPCTips | Contempo Coding, LLC