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02/20/2026

CMS has released the April 2026 ICD-10-CM update. While there are no code additions, deletions, or revisions, there are note changes throughout the code set that could significantly impact coding and documentation.

Make sure you understand how these updates may affect your work:
https://hubs.la/Q04411CT0

Here's what medical coders need to know. There are no code additions, deletions, or revisions to ICD-10-CM in the April update for fiscal year 2026. That CMS releases ICD-10-CM April 2026 update.

02/20/2026

Registration is now open for RISKCON Virtual 2026. Discover why risk adjustment professionals consistently choose RISKCON for timely insights, practical strategies, and meaningful connections. Hear from past attendees, then join us to experience it yourself. Register this month and save $200. https://hubs.la/Q043-Hyt0

June 23–24, 2026 | Earn 12 CEUs

02/19/2026

The Hive is buzzing! Boxes are headed to AAPC chapters nationwide to support member meetups like Member MAYnia with goodies, giveaways, and everything chapter officers need to celebrate the power of our community.

02/18/2026

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Advance Notice on January 26, 2026, outlining proposed updates to MA payment rates and methodologies. If finalized, the changes are projected to result in a 0.09% average payment increase — over $700 million in additional MA payments. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q043JDB30

Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is required to update Medicare Advantage (MA) payment rates and conducts technical

02/18/2026

Congratulations to Venkatakrishnababu Muddana for delivering this round’s winning punchline! Thank you to everyone who participated. Keep an eye out for our next Coding Caption Contest and another chance to win!

02/17/2026

How do busy professionals stay ahead without slowing down? Webinars make it easy to learn on your schedule, delivering expert insights and practical skills anytime, anywhere. https://hubs.la/Q043nBW90

02/17/2026

Meet Adrian Linville. Adrian joined AAPC in January 2020 and has grown through multiple roles, from Customer Service to SRT, before finding her home in EdOps in June 2021. She enjoys the variety her role brings and the opportunity to support projects across teams.

Outside of work, Adrian stays busy with her family. She and her husband recently celebrated 21 years of marriage and have three children involved in sports, technology, and the arts. A proud sibling of six, she also works alongside her sister in AAPC’s Exams Department. A fun fact about Adrian is that Christmas is her favorite holiday, with Halloween earning a nod since it is also her birthday.

AAPC is grateful to have Adrian as part of the team.

02/12/2026

February 24-25, absorb two days of essential ‘learning by doing” around the revenue cycle. Earn 12 CEUs in the process. From navigating AI’s growing role in healthcare to reducing denials to leading teams through change — REVCON was built with you and your revenue cycle in mind. It’s fully virtual and even includes a virtual networking lunch, a chance to connect with peers and build your network. Join us! Register here: https://hubs.la/Q042Tz2F0

Pay-over-time options are available starting at 0% APR for qualifying applicants. Call 877-524-5027 today, and a Member Success Representative can assist you.

02/12/2026

Trying to decide between taking your AAPC exam at a testing center or from home? Watch asThe Mattycal Coder walks through what to consider so you can choose the option that sets you up for success.

If you’re leaning toward testing at home, make sure you watch his walkthrough on the full at-home setup: https://hubs.la/Q042TxxV0

And no matter where you test, don’t skip his advice on what to do (or not do 😉) the day before your exam: https://hubs.la/Q042Tzj30

02/11/2026

Join us as we talk about AAPC's cirriculum and exams with our Senior Director of Content Development, Katherine Abel.

02/10/2026

UnitedHealthcare® (UHC) 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. 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/Q042v8fw0

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...

02/10/2026

How do professionals keep learning without disrupting their busy schedules? Webinars offer flexible, on-demand access to new skills, expert insights, and practical knowledge, all from anywhere. https://hubs.la/Q042tL6L0