Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Certified Coding Specialists (CCS) create coded data used by hospitals and medical providers to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies or government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Who should take the exam?
Eligibility requirements to apply for the CCS exam includes credentials held, education, and experience. Candidates must assemble one of the five eligibility claims from the list below:
- Hold the RHIA®, RHIT®, or CCS-P® credentials;
- Complete courses in all the following topics: anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic/procedural and CPT coding, reimbursement methodology OR
- Attain a minimum of two years of related coding experience straight applying codes;
- Hold the CCA® credential plus one year of coding experience directly applying codes;
- Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one year of coding experience directly applying codes.
Course Outline
As the course updated the updated Certified Coding Specialist Exam (as of 5 Jan 2024) covers the following topics -
- Module 1 – Describe the Coding Knowledge and Skills (39-41%)
- Module 2 – Understanding the Coding Documentation (18-22%)
- Module 3 – Understanding Provider Queries (9-11%)
- Module 4 – Understanding Regulatory Compliance (18-22%)
- Module 5 – Understanding Information Technologies (9-11%)
Exam Format and Information
Exam Name Certified Coding Specialist | Exam Code CCS |
| Exam Duration 4 Hours | Exam Format Multiple Choice |
| Exam type Technical | Number of Questions 115 questions - 140 questions |
| Eligibility/Prerequisite As suggested | Exam Status Live |
| Exam Language English | Pass Score 300 and above |
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) FAQs
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What are the prerequisites for the CCS exam?
Eligibility requirements to apply for the CCS exam include credentials held, education, and experience. Candidates must assemble one of the five eligibility claims from the list below:
- Hold the RHIA®, RHIT®, or CCS-P® credentials;
- Complete courses in all the following topics: anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic/procedural and CPT coding, reimbursement methodology OR
- Attain a minimum of two years of related coding experience straight applying codes;
- Hold the CCA® credential plus one year of coding experience directly applying codes;
- Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one year of coding experience directly applying codes.
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How to prepare for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS®) exam?
We provide you with a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Preparatory Guide to assist you with your preparation.
- Step 1 – Know about the Exam Sylla
- Step 2 – Know about the Exam Format and Policies
- Step 3: Carry your S.W.O.T Analysis
- Step 4 – Refer to Learning Resources - Code Books, Study Groups Online tutorials and practice tests
What are the learning resources to prepare for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS®) Exam?
The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Online Tutorial has been designed for professionals experienced in coding inpatient and outpatient records.
How to prepare for the Coding Specialist (CCS) Interview?
The Coding Specialists (CCS)s are required to make coded information utilized by clinics and clinical suppliers to get repayment from the insurance agency or government projects focuses.
Coding Specialist (CCS) Interview Questions and Answers help build on core skills areas including clinical coding, ICD Codes, HCPS Codes, DRG Codes and more.
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