--- title: Certified Inpatient Coder description: Prepare for the AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC™) exam with this flexible online course. Advance your career in medical coding! image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Healthcare.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Healthcare and Medical Careers [Certified Inpatient Coder](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655811852#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Healthcare.png) # Certified Inpatient Coder #### $1,995.00 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-inpatient-coder-cic/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 17 #### $1,995.00 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-inpatient-coder-cic/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 170 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 183 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Industry Certification ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Demand for medical coders will grow 13% by 2026, so there's no better time to advance your career. This online medical coding course will train you to become a Certified Inpatient Coder. The AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC™) credential proves that you are an expert in inpatient medical records review. Earning CIC™ certification requires previous work experience, so most professionals prepare for the exam while working full-time. With this course's flexible online format, you can prepare for the CIC™ exam on your own schedule. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - How to apply the official ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines for diagnoses and procedures - Understand the different types of hospital facilities and their documentation and coding standards - Understand the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) coding guideline - Differentiate between inpatient and outpatient services and payment methodologies (IPPS and OPPS) - Understand the difference between MS-DRGs and APC assignments How you will benefit: - Holding the CIC™ certification credential validates the expert level knowledge - Specialized medical coding experience helps with career advancement - According to Indeed.com, more remote coding positions are available for certified inpatient coders #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) ##### Prerequisites While there is no experience requirement, it is strongly recommended that you have at least two years of experience in inpatient coding or an inpatient coding course #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. [Add to Cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-inpatient-coder-cic/) ##### Option 2 Contact us to explore enrollment options, including potential discounts! [Contact Us](https://aspire.loyola.edu/individuals-contact-form?hsLang=en) ### $1,995.00 ##### Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-inpatient-coder-cic/)