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AAPC CPB Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Professional Biller (CPB) Certification Exam |
| Exam Number: | CPB |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years (requires 36 CEUs and active membership for renewal) |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 135 |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Compliance Officer (CPCO) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM) |
| Exam Duration: | 240 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice, Scenario-based, Proctored |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | $399 (members), $599 (non-members); $499 for two attempts |
| Recommended Training: | CPB Study Guide CPB Official Training Course |
| Exam Registration: | AAPC Official Registration |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Online remote proctored or in-person at authorized testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | Active AAPC membership required; recommended knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology; 2 years of experience recommended (CPB-A awarded without experience) |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.aapc.com/certifications/cpb/ |
AAPC CPB Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Claims and Billing | 14% | - Timely filing rules - Denials, appeals, corrections - Electronic claims, clearinghouses - Claim submission, tracking, follow-up |
| Topic 2: HIPAA and Compliance | 9% | - Privacy, security, transaction standards - Medical record retention - Compliance programs - Fraud, abuse, False Claims Act |
| Topic 3: Types of Insurance | 21% | - Third-party liability - Medicare, Medigap, Medicaid - TRICARE/CHAMPUS, Workers' compensation - Commercial payers - Managed care plans |
| Topic 4: Billing Regulations | 13% | - Incident-to billing, global packages - Payer payment policies - CMS-1500, UB-04 completion - ACOs, NCCI, LCDs, NCDs |
| Topic 5: Reimbursement and Collections | 14% | - Patient statements, collections - Accounts receivable management - Refunds, payment plans, write-offs - Payment posting, adjustments |
| Topic 6: Case Analysis | 17% | - Adjudication and resolution - Eligibility verification - End-to-end billing scenarios |
| Topic 7: Coding Concepts for Billers | 12% | - Code validation, modifiers - Medical necessity - ICD-10-CM, CPT®, HCPCS Level II |
CPB (AAPC) Exam FAQ: Trusted Answers
AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) is an official American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certification exam, registered under the code CPB. Passing it awards the Certified Professional Biller (CPB) certification, a credential at the Professional level. It also connects to Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM), Certified Compliance Officer (CPCO). The exam is demanding by design, and that difficulty is precisely what makes the credential meaningful for career development.
The AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) exam presents 135 questions within 240 minutes. That is a brisk pace, and the candidates who handle it best are the ones who rehearsed it. Use the ActualPDF engine for full timed simulations, practice flagging and returning, and arrive on exam day with a pacing strategy already proven.
Passing AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) takes 70%, and official registration costs $399 (members), $599 (non-members); $499 for two attempts. Retakes bill the full $399 (members), $599 (non-members); $499 for two attempts again, so preparation is the least expensive insurance available. Let your ActualPDF practice scores guide the timing: book when you clear the requirement consistently, not occasionally.
Active AAPC membership required; recommended knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology; 2 years of experience recommended (CPB-A awarded without experience)
Policies get revised, so confirm the current requirements before you register on the official exam page.
AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) registration is handled through the official channels below.
For scheduling purposes: the exam is delivered Online remote proctored or in-person at authorized testing centers.
Yes, American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) recommends the following training for AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) candidates.
Complement any training with the 245 practice questions in the ActualPDF CPB package, because repeated application is what turns course knowledge into a passing score.
Yes. ActualPDF offers a free demo of the AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) questions, so you can verify the quality personally before purchasing. Your purchase then includes a one-year service warranty: updates are free for 365 days, and after expiry you can extend the update service at a 50% discount.
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AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) is organized into 7 official domains. The most heavily weighted are Coding Concepts for Billers (12%), Case Analysis (17%), and Claims and Billing (14%). The full breakdown appears above on this page; study the weightings and your preparation priorities set themselves.
AAPC Certified Professional Biller (CPB) Sample Questions:
Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) includes State Licensed Medicare-certified supplier (not provider) of surgical healthcare services that must accept assignment on Medicare Claims.
- A. FALSE
- B. TRUE
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
Which factor determines the correct payer sequence in coordination of benefits (COB)?
- A. Birthday rule
- B. Length of employment
- C. Provider type
- D. Patient preference
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) enables medical assisting professionals to enhance and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and professionalism required by employers and patients; as well as protect medical assistants' right to practice.
- A. FALSE
- B. TRUE
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
CA refers to Cancer or Carcinoma.
- A. FALSE
- B. TRUE
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
HEDIS stands for Health Plan Employer Data and Information Set.
- A. FALSE
- B. TRUE
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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