AAPC

02/06/2026

From the AAPC archive and more relevant than ever. This 2019 article explored a big question many coders were already asking: Is artificial intelligence here to replace us or to help us? Spoiler: it’s the latter. If today’s AI conversations feel familiar, there’s a reason. We’ve been here before and the opportunities are still growing.

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The robot in the next cubicle may become your favorite coworker. If you’ve trained Siri to call you Princess or talk to your Alexa like she’s one of your Provider groups, facilities, and payers are turning to AI to help handle all sorts of things — patient care, documentation, planning, and mo...

02/06/2026

The American Medical Association (AMA) has released its biannual update to the Category III CPT® code set, introducing 28 new codes for emerging technologies, services, and procedures, along with revisions to four existing codes. Stay up to date with what’s changed and why it matters. Read the latest updates in our blog post:
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The American Medical Association (AMA) posted on its website, Dec. 30, 2025, a biannual update to its Category III CPT® code set. The update includes 28 Category III CPT® code set update includes 28 new codes for emerging technologies, services, procedures, and service paradigms.

02/06/2026

Find out why HEALTHCON is next-level awesome. Join revenue cycle professionals from across the country shaping what’s next. Register by 2/27 to save $300.

Time is running out. Register now at https://hubs.la/Q0426-X00 or call 877-524-5027.

02/05/2026

Congress has just passed a new spending bill that keeps important telehealth flexibilities alive, meaning continued access and coverage stability for Medicare patients and providers alike as the policy landscape evolves. Read more on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q041ZjMS0

Skirting a reenactment similar to the movie "Groundhog Day," on Feb. 3, President Trump signed into law H.R.7148 – Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. Medicare telehealth waivers that expired Oct. 1, 2025, have been reinstated through Jan. 30, 2026.

02/04/2026

UnitedHealthcare has released its January 2026 Reimbursement Policy Update Bulletin, reflecting the latest coding changes from CMS, AMA, and WHO. These updates align with evolving clinical guidance, regulatory standards, and utilization management practices, and even small changes can significantly impact reimbursement.

Learn more about the new and revised policies, including guidance on three newly introduced policy areas, in our latest blog post: https://hubs.la/Q041Nzjv0

UnitedHealthcare® (UHC) released their Reimbursement Policy Update Bulletin for January 2026. UHC responded to code updates made by the Centers for The UnitedHealthcare® (UHC) Reimbursement Policy Update Bulletin reflects changes in clinical guidance, regulatory coding standards, and utilization m...

02/03/2026

Curious how far your credentials and experience can take you financially as a medical coder or biller? The latest AAPC salary survey reveals insights into income potential, highlighting how certification, career growth, and industry trends are shaping earning opportunities for members. Read More: https://hubs.la/Q041z2YV0

Certified medical records specialists lead the way to career success. AAPC’s annual salary survey results are in! The 2026 Medical Coding and Billing Certified medical records specialists lead the way to career success.

02/03/2026

What do you love most about your career in healthcare? Whether it’s helping patients, solving problems, or being part of something bigger, we’d love to hear. Tell us in the comments below.

02/02/2026

REMINDER: We are looking for speakers at our HEALTHCON Regional conference, taking place October 5–7 in Lake Washington/Seattle. You have one week left to apply, as we are only accepting applications through February 9. Speaking at an AAPC event is an opportunity to broaden your reach, showcase your leadership, and support the development of our professional community. If you have knowledge or experience that can strengthen coding, billing, auditing, compliance, practice management, or any area within the revenue cycle, we invite you to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Apply here: https://hubs.la/Q041j2jv0

01/30/2026

CMS conducts enrollment site visits, both scheduled and unannounced, to ensure healthcare suppliers meet Medicare participation and DMEPOS requirements. Staying inspection-ready means keeping records accurate and operations aligned with enrollment information, including properly documenting incoming and outgoing contractors. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q0413Sfy0

Make sure you note the incoming and outgoing contractors for 2026. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has the authority to conduct Make sure you note the incoming and outgoing contractors for 2026.

01/29/2026

Watch as Matty catches medical coders mid-conference and asks the kinds of questions only coders can appreciate.

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01/28/2026

Hear keynote speaker Cameron Atlas share highlights from his powerful address, “What’s the Next Line in Your Story?” We’re kicking off HEALTHCON 2026 with an inspiring opening keynote in Dallas, TX. Attend in person or online as we spotlight forward-thinking leaders and innovators shaping what comes next. Register by January 30 to save $300. Space is limited.

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01/28/2026

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