How is the CCDS examination administered?

How is the CCDS examination administered?

To become a Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or a Certified Outpatient Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS-O), a candidate must pass the examination. The exam is offered by computer at more than 14,000 Prometric Test Centers located throughtout North America and internationally. Click here to see all Test Center locations. Additionally, remotely proctored examinations are offered so that applicants can take the exam from anywhere.

What are the eligibility requirements for the CCDS?

What are the eligibility requirements for the CCDS?

Candidates for the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) designation must meet educational and work experience requirements. To read a complete breakdown of the requirements, download the Exam Candidate Handbook by clicking here.

The candidate for the CCDS exam will meet one of the following three education and experience standards and currently be employed as either a concurrent or retrospective Clinical Documentation Specialist:

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