AAPC Certifications
Informational only — not financial or career advice. Exam fees and certification requirements change, and the figures here are accurate only as of the listed verification date. Confirm the current fee and rules directly with the certifying body before you register or budget. We report the official-body exam fee for a single attempt; it excludes prep courses, materials and retakes, and is not the total cost of certifying.
The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) issues professional credentials for healthcare coding and billing professionals. This overview covers one certification offered by the AAPC: the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential.
Each AAPC certification carries an official examination fee set by the issuing body, along with published prerequisites and a defined validity and renewal cycle. The exam fees listed represent the base cost for a single official attempt as of June 2026 and are subject to change. These amounts do not include third-party training materials, study resources, or fees associated with retaken examinations. Candidates should verify the current exam fee, renewal requirements, and all eligibility criteria directly on the AAPC website before registering for any certification examination.
| Certification | Exam fee | Domain | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Professional Coder (CPC) | $499 | Healthcare | Annual CEUs |