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Exam strategies, study plans, and honest answers about allied health certifications.

• July 4, 2026 · Megan Carter, CPC

  Open book doesn't mean easy: how to prep your code books for the CPC exam

  Your CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS manuals are allowed in the exam room. Here's how to tab, mark, and drill with them so they save you time instead of costing it.

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• July 2, 2026 · Megan Carter, CPC

  How hard is the CPC exam, really?

  100 questions, 4 hours, open code books. An honest look at what makes the CPC exam difficult, and what makes it very passable with the right preparation.

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• July 1, 2026 · Megan Carter, CPC

  CPC vs CPB: which AAPC certification should you get first?

  Both come from the AAPC, both open doors in medical billing and coding, but they test different jobs. Here's how to pick the right one for your situation.

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