The Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC) is a specialty medical coding certification offered by American Academy of Professional Coders. The AAPC CEMC exam evaluates E/M guidelines, medical decision making, time guidelines, ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, modifiers, Medicare billing rules, NCCI, healthcare regulations, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Candidates typically pursuing the Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC) credential are experienced evaluation and management coders working with office and outpatient services, consultations, hospital services, and multiple specialty settings.
Key exam facts include:
- Exam code: CEMC
- Format: 100 multiple-choice questions
- Duration: 240 minutes
- Passing score: 70%
- Delivery: Online with a live remote proctor or at a testing center
AAPC CEMC — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the AAPC CEMC exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the AAPC’s official exam page.
