You must present a valid, government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license, passport, or state-issued identification card) on exam day.
Your first and last name on your AAPC account and exam registration must match the first and last name shown on your government-issued ID.
Failure to provide matching identification may result in a no-show status and cancellation of your exam appointment.
Do Middle Names Have to Match?
No.
Middle names are optional and do not affect exam eligibility.
Differences involving middle names, middle initials, or maiden names used as middle names generally do not prevent you from testing.
What If I Have Multiple Last Names?
If your government-issued ID contains multiple last names, those same last names should be reflected on your exam registration and account information.
How Do I Update My Name?
If your name is incorrect on your AAPC account:
Submit a name change request through the appropriate AAPC process.
Provide any required supporting documentation.
Verify that your updated name appears correctly in your AAPC account before exam day.
Before Exam Day
Before arriving for your exam:
Verify that your first and last name match your government-issued ID.
Confirm that your updated information appears correctly in your AAPC account.
Review your exam confirmation to ensure all name information is accurate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a middle name difference prevent me from taking the exam?
No. Middle name differences generally do not affect eligibility as long as the first and last names match.
What if I recently changed my name?
Submit a name change request as soon as possible and verify that the change has been processed before your exam date.
What if my account name does not match my ID?
Contact AAPC immediately to update your information before your scheduled exam.