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The Certified Coding Associate (CCA) designation labels you as an entry-level medical coder with basic coding competencies qualified to work in a physician's office, hospital, or other medical setting.

The AAPC is not a traditional university, so they are not eligible for accreditation through the Department of Education. However, the AAPC is registered in the state of Utah where its headquarters are located, and adheres to the Utah Postsecondary Proprietary School Act guidelines.

1. Align with your Career Goals. Choose a certification that aligns with your career goals and best matches your interests. Though both certifications target health care, AAPC coding certifications are best for outpatient services while AHIMA is best for in-patient facilities.

Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS®) AHIMA's popular Privacy and Security certification that documents HIPAA and Information Security expertise.

The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) is the most popular medical billing and coding certification students pursue.

The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is a professional organization that promotes the business and clinical uses of electronic and paper-based medical information. The group provides health information professionals with resources and training to improve their skills.

AAPC's CPC certification is renowned globally by physicians, payers, and government agencies.

Whether you are certified through AAPC or AHIMA, you'll find a lot of job opportunities. However, the focus of each organization varies which may impact where you find work. Specifically, AAPC focuses on different medical coding specialties, while AHIMA focuses more on health information management.