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Great question, I've been wondering the same thing

Yes, there will be medical terminology on the CPC, along with anatomy and other questions. The exact breakdown is provided on the AAPC website. Now would be a really good time for you to begin familiarizing yourself with the exam requirements, so that you will understand why you are studying what you are studying. 

https://www.aapc.com/certification/cpc/

 Keep in mind that you aren't learning this just to answer six or eight individual questions on one exam. You also need it in order to answer the actual coding questions on the exam.  You will have to apply your knowledge to understand the questions.

 The CPC exam is your first exam, but you are also preparing for the CCS exam.  There is a breakdown for that exam on the AHIMA website. 

Great question MIchelle, and thank you Peggy for your response.
Michelle, I am also starting this program at 45. I was in the airline industry most of my adult life. This is a new beginning for me as well. I wanted to let you know you aren't alone. :)

Thanks so much for the clarification Peggy!

And Tina, thank you for the encouragement - we can do this! :) 

Hi Michelle, I would say 45 is a great time to learn new things!  I'm 61 and am soon starting Module II.  Any age is a good time to change if you're willing to learn!  Keep plugging away!

Michelle, I know exactly how you feel. I worked in an ED for 28 years and am 60 years old but for some reason I'm really struggling through this course.  I get discouraged because I feel after all those years I should have a better grasp of this.  But I'm not giving up. Hang there, you aren't alone.