There are several certification exams that the Medical Coding Specialist Certificate I graduate may sit for:
Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Information regarding eligibility requirements and potential ineligibility issues may be obtained from the following web link:
OR
Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P)
Please visit the American Health Information Management Association ‘s (AHiMA) website for further information:
Information regarding eligibility requirements and potential ineligibility issues may be obtained from the Candidate Guide found at the following web link: http://www.ahima.org/certification