
Medical Coding Courses
The student will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main coding books:
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CPT®
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ICD-10-CM Code Set
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HCPCS Level II
This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding and strongly recommended for anyone who is preparing for AAPC’s CPC certification examination.

Course Objectives
• Understand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
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• Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codes
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• Identify the information in appendices of the CPT® code book
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• Explain the determination of the levels of E/M services
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• Code a wide variety of patient services using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
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• List the major features of HCPCS Level II codes
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• Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services
Course
Content
• The Business of Medicine
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• Accurate ICD-10-CM Coding
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• Introduction to CPT®, HCPCS Level II, and Modifiers
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• Integumentary System
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• Musculoskeletal System
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• Respiratory System
• Cardiovascular System
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• Hemic & Lymphatic Systems, Mediastinum, Diaphragm
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• Digestive System
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• Urinary System and Male Genital System
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• Female Reproductive System and Maternity Care & Delivery
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• Endocrine System and Nervous System
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• Special Senses (Ocular and Auditory)
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• Anesthesia • Radiology
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• Pathology & Laboratory
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• Evaluation & Management Services
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• Medicine • Final Exam
Methods of Evaluation
The instructional methods used include:
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Reading assignments
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Practice exercises
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Audio/video lectures
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Chapter review exams
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Final exam
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To receive a certificate of completion, students must successfully complete the
course within the 16 WEEK TIME FRAME AND HAVE A $0 BALANCE AT THE END OF THE 16 WEEKS.
Successful course completion includes:
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• An attempt of all required assignments
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• A passing score of 70% or higher on all chapter exams
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• A passing score of 70% or higher on the final exam
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• An overall final course score of 70% or higher
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No reduced hours in the course or tuition discount for previous education or training will be granted.