Test your Certified Professional Coder (CPC) readiness with authentic 2026-2027 AAPC exam questions covering CPT 10000-60000 surgery, E/M guidelines, ICD-10-CM rules, modifiers, and regulatory compliance.
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The official AAPC CPC examination consists of 100 multiple-choice questions completed in 4 hours (240 minutes). That allows an average of 2.4 minutes per question.
Always eliminate 2 incorrect answers immediately by comparing key coding differences (e.g. bilateral vs unilateral, approach, or modifier application).
A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. Out of 100 questions, test takers must answer at least 70 questions correctly.
Examinees are permitted the AMA CPT Professional Edition, an approved ICD-10-CM code book (e.g., AAPC, Optum, Buck's), and an approved HCPCS Level II code book for the current examination year.
The 10000 through 60000 series CPT surgery sections account for approximately 42 questions of the total 100 questions, making procedural coding mastery essential.
The apprentice designation is removed after completing 2 years of verifiable coding work experience, or 1 year of work experience plus 80 contact hours of coding education (or completion of Practicode).