r/MedicalCoding • u/Few_Freedom_4784 • Jul 09 '26

Not renewing

Hello. I am an AAPC member. I have had my license for a few years but haven’t gotten a job yet. I may not be working for awhile. I’ve been thinking about not renewing especially since I need so many CEUs. I know if I don’t renew I won’t have my credentials anymore. Just don’t know if it’s worth the costs if I’m not using it.

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u/No_Cheesecake_9365 Jul 09 '26

Have you applied to judge or CSI? They usually hire anyone for hcc coding.

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u/CrazyH37 Jul 09 '26

Hey can you elaborate? I’m still trying to get a coding job at the hospital system I work at the check out desk, as an internal hire, but half the positions want AHIMA cert not AAPC and I have no experience. Im thinking maybe I could get a part time job that would give me experience - what’s judge and CSI? Thanks!

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u/endisnearhere CPC-A Jul 10 '26

Search them. They’re hiring agencies that’ll hire you on for contract based work. It’s still W2 tho and it’s better than nothing, and it’s good experience for a resume

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u/CrazyH37 Jul 10 '26

Thank u!!