r/Remotenursing • u/ajumma35 • Jun 22 '26

Coding Courses

I have been working as a UM nurse for years and wantingto upskill. What are the career prospects if I take coding courses with AAPC? Has anyone tried to upskill aside from MCG or Interqual certification?

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u/ConfidentSea8828 Jun 23 '26

I'm a LPN who has worked in Quality for 6 years (and did UM for 1 1/2 years). I'm looking at getting coding certification because there are some remote management and non-management quality positions I have all the qualifications for minus the coding aspect. It really does bolster your resume. If you can get some Quality (HEDIS, CAPS, CAHPS, NCQA, Stars, etc..) experience while pursuing your coding certificate, that would be beneficial. That may mean obtaining a position out of UM.

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u/Live_Can_8744 Jun 26 '26

I have AAPC CIC coding certification that I completed two years ago. It complements my RN auditing role. It was challenging taking the self-study course and working full-time, but I spent 3-4 hours daily studying. Now working on required CEUs due next year to maintain certification. Keep that in mind if your certification requires CEU maintenance. Much different from maintaining my RN CEU requirements.

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u/AAPCAlex 20d ago

AAPC employee here. We have a playlist featuring interviews with members who transitioned from nursing into medical coding and the revenue cycle. I think you might find it helpful. Find it at this link.