I know they were doing an update to it, but I was told it would be back up this afternoon. I have been trying to log in this evening, but I keep getting a message that either my login is wrong or the session has expired. I purchased in August, so I know my time in the course has not expired (you have 18 months to complete all modules). I did send an email, but was hoping to get some insight before tomorrow.
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Is doing the AAPC Practicode a good way to experience?
Good morning,
I work for Optum at this time and I need to get some experience to be able to post for a coding position. I am wondering if doing the
coding practicode through AAPC would be a good way to get that experience. Has anyone done this, and if so can you let
me what to expect. Thank you for your input. Sharon
I work for Optum at this time and I need to get some experience to be able to post for a coding position. I am wondering if doing the
coding practicode through AAPC would be a good way to get that experience. Has anyone done this, and if so can you let
me what to expect. Thank you for your input. Sharon
Practicode Proves Practice Makes Perfect
Learn, build confidence, and demonstrate proficiency with AAPC’s multi-functional coding scenario tool. Like learning to play the banjo or master ballet, medical coding requires practice. Whether you’re new to coding, need a refresher course, or looking to broaden your skills, AAPC’s Practicode lets you practice medical coding to perfection using redacted medical records for a […]
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Practicode- Does it make it easier for a new coder to get a job?
Hello, I am a seasoned Registered Nurse and have recently started to shift my career towards HIM. I have my CPC-A and like so many others no coding job. I am wondering if anyone that has completed the Practicode has been able to get a job more easily?
The Coding and Billing program I took racked up hundreds of hours with practice coding using the books and the 3M-encoder giving me a year of rigorous coding experience. Before sinking any more time and money into my coding career, I would just like to know if employers are really looking for a CPC without the A and still not having actual on the job training on their resume.
Thanks, any encouragement or information would be greatly appreciated.
The Coding and Billing program I took racked up hundreds of hours with practice coding using the books and the 3M-encoder giving me a year of rigorous coding experience. Before sinking any more time and money into my coding career, I would just like to know if employers are really looking for a CPC without the A and still not having actual on the job training on their resume.
Thanks, any encouragement or information would be greatly appreciated.
Does Practicode count as an internship?
I’ve seen a few LinkedIn users that posted "AAPC Practicode Online Internship" in their work history.
Is this correct? Can I add Practicode to my work history, or should I just post it as a test score?
Is this correct? Can I add Practicode to my work history, or should I just post it as a test score?
I know it shows some experience, so I’m trying to figure out how to best show that to employers. Thanks!
Practicode
I passed my CPC exam a few months ago. I thought that was the hard part. I have been looking in my area for job postings that will hire a CPC-A and havent found any. Ive been using Practicode. I find it quite frustrating. Im often one number off from the correct ICD-10 code, or one number off from the correct CPT code. Does anyone have any tips?
Can’t recommend Practicode
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I have worked on the Practicode program throughout the last year. Here is my experience. (copied and pasted from my gmail)
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 1:07 PM
Subject: RE: Practicode question ID#01432520
"…if you have any questions about the answer that is showing as the correct answer, or just coding questions with the cases, to use the feedback button on the left side of the screen. Your questions are sent to our coding team that will be there to assist you…"
On July 6th, 2017 this service is retracted, without explanation or warning.
"…For coding questions please contact your coach/instructor. Practicode does not include a support service to answer coding questions or provide training."
Below is an exercise to demonstrate the quality of the Practicode exercises and why correspondence on the Codes and Coding rationales is a necessary component.
Exercise 10 16069089
(Unresolved to date. Question opened June 18th, 2017.)
Chart : "…there is no evidence for inflammation"
PractiCode Answers are :
I83.12 Varicose veins of left lower extremity with inflammation
I83.11 Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
This is the most recent response I’ve received (today) in regard to the Coding support.
"The sentence that you highlighted was rescinded and the support was reinstated as this was an error made by an individual."
I can’t say I’d recommend Practicode. I am still seeking resolution to the above issues.
Can’t recommend Practicode
I have worked on the Practicode program throughout the last year. Here is my experience. (copied and pasted from my gmail)
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 1:07 PM
Subject: RE: Practicode question ID#01432520
"…if you have any questions about the answer that is showing as the correct answer, or just coding questions with the cases, to use the feedback button on the left side of the screen. Your questions are sent to our coding team that will be there to assist you…"
On July 6th, 2017 this service is retracted, without explanation or warning.
"…For coding questions please contact your coach/instructor. Practicode does not include a support service to answer coding questions or provide training."
Below is an exercise to demonstrate the quality of the Practicode exercises and why correspondence on the Codes and Coding rationales is a necessary component.
Exercise 10 16069089
(Unresolved to date. Question opened June 18th, 2017.)
Chart : "…there is no evidence for inflammation"
PractiCode Answers are :
I83.12 Varicose veins of left lower extremity with inflammation
I83.11 Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
This is the most recent response I’ve received (today) in regard to the Coding support.
"The sentence that you highlighted was rescinded and the support was reinstated as this was an error made by an individual."
I can’t say I’d recommend Practicode. I am still seeking resolution to the above issues.
Practicode
Can anyone share the link of buying Practicode which has 600 questions. Thanks a lot
Practicode- question 80 patient 10 14603766
Let me first say I regret purchasing Praticode, it’s a joke. The rationales are not rationales at all. ( I am really good at teaching myself if given the answer and with this I cannot figure it out.)
Does anyone know why the code is 66250 and not 66172?
Also the icd 10 I’m suppose to use is H59.89, how am I suppose to map it?