Certified Hematology and Oncology Coder (CHONC) — Requirements & Free Practice
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Certified Hematology and Oncology Coder (CHONC)
Licensing authority: AAPC
Initial by examination
- Current AAPCMembership
- true
- Current Email And Valid Address On AAPCAccount
- A current email and valid address on AAPC account.
- Electronic Exam Voucher
- true
- Photo Identification
- A valid, government-issued photo ID. First and last name must EXACTLY match your exam confirmation. Temporary, paper, copies, or digital IDs are NOT permitted.
- Recommended Experience
- At least two years in the specialty is strongly recommended.
CHONC exam
- Provider
- AAPC
- Format
- Multiple-choice questions, proctored
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 100.
- Time limit
- 4 hours
- Passing score
- 70%
Examination outline
Core knowledge areas
- Hematologic and oncologic diagnosis coding
- Oncology evaluation and management services
- Modifiers, global periods, and oncology billing guidelines
Chemotherapy and infusion services
- Chemotherapy administration
- Infusions, hydration, and injections
- Drug supply and administration documentation
Radiation and specialty oncology services
- Radiation treatment procedures
- Oncology imaging, planning, and delivery
- Bone marrow biopsies and stem cell procedures
Hematology and supportive care services
- Transfusions, phlebotomy, and blood products
- Bone marrow and lymph node procedures
- Supportive therapies
Examination sources
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
Passing grades
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
Breakdown of the 100-question CHONC exam
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
What does the CHONC cover?
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
Core knowledge areas
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
Chemotherapy and infusion services
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
Radiation and specialty oncology services
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
Hematology and supportive care services
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
What to expect on exam day
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
Exam format
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
Passing grades
- AAPC CHONC certification overview
Want to schedule exam?
- AAPC Taking the CHONC exam
Requirements