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16 Week Online + Classroom Course Overview

Our comprehensive medical coding training course is a unique blend of online and in-person classroom learning designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of medical coding. Accredited by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), this instructor-led program offers a dynamic and immersive learning experience.

During the 16-week course, you will have the opportunity to meet virtually with your instructor, or in-person at our learning center in Chandler, Arizona. These weekly one-hour sessions provide a valuable opportunity for personalized instruction, guidance, and support. By meeting in-person, we aim to create an optimal learning environment, free from the distractions that can arise while studying from home, such as family interruptions, phone calls, and background noise. This focused and dedicated time with the instructor allows students to maximize their learning potential and deepen their understanding of medical coding concepts.

Recognizing that you may require additional access to your instructor beyond the 16-week period, we offer one-hour coaching blocks available for purchase. These coaching sessions provide an avenue for students to seek further clarification, address specific challenges, and receive personalized assistance tailored to their unique needs. Our instructors are dedicated professionals with extensive experience in the field, ensuring that students receive the guidance necessary to excel in their studies.

Our medical coding training course covers all the essential topics needed for students to be fully prepared to sit for their Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. The curriculum encompasses medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding guidelines, reimbursement methodologies, and extensive practice exercises. We leave no stone unturned, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to confidently assign accurate codes and excel in the medical coding profession.

Embrace our 16-week online + in-person classroom medical coding training course to embark on a transformative educational journey. Prepare to achieve your CPC certification and unlock numerous career opportunities in the healthcare industry.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

Course Objectives:

  • Identify the purpose of the CPT® , ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code books

  • Understand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines

  • Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codes

  • Identify the information in appendices of the CPT® code book

  • Explain the determination of the levels of E/M services

  • Code a wide variety of patient services using CPT® , ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes

  • List the major features of HCPCS Level II codes

  • Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services

Course Content:

  • The Business of Medicine

  • Review of Anatomy

  • Overview of ICD-10-CM

  • Applying the ICD-10-CM Guidelines

  • Accurate ICD-10-CM Coding

  • Introduction to CPT® , HCPCS Level II, and Modifiers

  • Integumentary System

  • Musculoskeletal System

  • Respiratory System

  • Cardiovascular System

  • Hemic & Lymphatic Systems, Mediastinum, Diaphragm

  • Digestive System

  • Urinary System and Male Genital System

  • Female Reproductive System and Maternity Care & Delivery

  • Endocrine System and Nervous System

  • Special Senses (Ocular and Auditory)

  • Anesthesia

  • Radiology

  • Pathology & Laboratory

  • Evaluation & management Service

  • Medicine

  • Final Exam

Included Are Your Textbooks & Code Books:

  • Medical Coding Training: CPC Textbook and Practical Application Combo - eBook; AAPC; AAPC Publisher (current year)

  • CPT Professional Edition Code Book, AMA Publisher (current year)

  • ICD-10-CM Code Book (current year)

  • HCPCS Level II Code Book (current year)

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