Medical Billing and Coding (CPC®)

210 hours/6 months/Instructor-Facilitated/Certificate Program

Course Code: AHP-CPC15

TP#: CPC15 Course Cost: $ 3,995.00

Texas A&M University~KingsvilleIn partnership with 360training.com

700 University Blvd Kingsville, TX 78363-8202

http://www.tamuk.edu/continuinged/(866)-991-3921 or (361) 593-2861

OVERVIEW

This online course teaches fundamental medical coding skills for professional services (physicians, mid-level providers, etc) and prepares the student to take AAPC's CPC® exam. The course covers CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM coding. Assures a broad knowledge in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for professional (physician) services.

As prerequisites for the CPC course, the student will be given 6 weeks to complete Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy and Physiology courses. In the CPC course, the student will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main code books: CPT®, ICD-10-CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding for a physician’s office and strongly recommended for anyone who is preparing for AAPC’s CPC certification examination.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this program, you will be well prepared to enter a role in this rewarding, quickly growing healthcare field. Student membership, all required textbooks, workbook, and 2 exam vouchers to take AAPC's CPC® exam are included in this program.

Program Objectives:

• Learn medical terminology used by healthcare professionals

• Learn human anatomy and physiology.

• 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

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES INSTRUCTOR SERVICES CAREER SERVICES

Study Groups Answer Questions Time Management Assistance

Student Success Calls Mentoring Labor Market Information

Study Schedules 24-hour Reply Time National Certification Information

Technical Support Industry Information Externships

Extensions Exam Reviews and Feedback Check-in Emails

Leave of Absence Write Recommendations Student Feedback Surveys

Transcript Requests On the Spot Test Results

Completion Certificates Progress Emails/Phone Calls

Student Feedback Surveys Student Feedback Surveys

STUDENT SERVICES

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PROGRAM OUTLINE:Medical Billing and Coding

COURSE CONTENT

• 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 Services

• Medicine

• Final Exam

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• Medical Terminology (6 weeks access)

• Human Anatomy and Physiology (6 weeks access)

• 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

METHODS OF EVALUATION

The instructional methods used include reading assignments, practice exercises and other assignments, audio/video lectures, chapter review exams, and a final exam. To receive a certificate of completion, students must successfully complete the course within the allotted time frame of 6 months or less (monthly extensions may granted). Successful course completion includes:

• An attempt of all required assignments

• A passing score of 70% or higher on all chapter exams

• A passing score of 70% or higher on the final exam

• An overall final course score of 70% or higher

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION DETAILS

This program includes a voucher (2 attempts) for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) exam, offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

In order to sit for national certification exams, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent; therefore, it is recommended you have this before enrolling or this program.

INCLUDED TEXTBOOKS

• 2020 Medical Coding Training: CPC®; AAPC

• 2020 Medical Coding Training: Practical Application CPC®; AAPC

• CPT® Professional Edition code book (2020 year)

• ICD-10-CM code book (2020 year)

• HCPCS Level II code book (2020 year)

Medical Billing and Coding (CPC®)

Texas A&M University~KingsvilleIn partnership with 360training.com

700 University Blvd Kingsville, TX 78363-8202

http://www.tamuk.edu/continuinged/(866)-991-3921 or (361) 593-2861