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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.

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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.

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