AAPC members have several options available for earning free or low-cost Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Local Chapter Meetings and Events
AAPC local chapters frequently offer meetings and events that provide CEU opportunities.
Benefits include:
CEU credits
Networking with other professionals
Local educational opportunities
Check your local chapter calendar for upcoming meetings and events.
AAPC Magazine "Test Yourself" Exercises
Many issues of the AAPC Magazine include a Test Yourself section.
Members can:
Complete the exercise
Submit responses
Earn CEUs when applicable
Archived magazine issues may also be available.
Member-Only Webinars
AAPC offers member-only webinars that provide CEU opportunities.
These webinars are included with membership and can be a convenient way to earn CEUs remotely.
Note: Member-only webinar CEUs may not qualify for all local chapter meeting requirements.
CMS Web-Based Training
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) offers a variety of free education and training courses.
Many CMS web-based trainings qualify for AAPC CEUs.
CEU values are typically based on the length of the training completed.
Approved CEU Vendors
AAPC maintains a list of approved CEU vendors and educational opportunities.
These may include:
Conferences
Workshops
Online education
Specialty training
Community Resources
Additional educational opportunities may also be discussed in:
AAPC forums
Local chapters
Professional networking groups