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ICD-9-CM Coding Workshop
Strengthen your diagnostic coding skills and reduce rejected claims with this popular hands-on refresher course.

Free E&M coding grids, developed by PMI for accurate selection of E&M level of service codes.

  • Save time when you learn how to use the symbols, abbreviations and punctuation landmarks.
  • Follow the correct steps in coding for both volumes I and II along with special instructions for 4th and 5th digits.

Course Agenda:

  • Tools needed to aid with coding diagnosis
  • Explanation of ICD-9-CM Vols. I & II chapters and format
  • Understanding book symbols, punctuation and abbreviations
  • How diagnostic coding fits into the reimbursement equation
  • Basic coding principles defined
  • Working with the ICD-9 appendices
  • Classification of diseases and injuries
  • Coding for an unsubstantiated diagnosis
  • Using chapter 16 to code difficult “rule out” situations
  • Medicare's correct coding guidelines
  • Hands-on exercises to help you master challenging coding issues
  • Coding for adverse effects, HIV/AIDS, neoplasms, and diabetes
  • Coding injuries appropriately
  • Usage of supplementary classification codes: V&E
  • Signs, symptoms and ill-defined conditions
  • Coding for late effects, pregnancy and childbirth
  • Coding diseases and conditions using correct Medicare guidelines
  • Classroom Presentation:

    Take a comprehensive look at the guidelines for proper ICD-9-CM coding, including rules as set forth by Medicare. Students will receive a detailed overview of ICD-9-CM Vols. I & II coding book. Lessons include in-class discussion and workbook exercises.

    Who Should Attend:

    New coding personnel or those in need of a refresher will benefit from this physician services coding program. This skill-building course is ideal for medical professionals with no formal coding training, or anyone seeking training in accordance with a compliance plan.

    Course Materials:

    A course manual will be provided to each participant. Students must bring a current copy of ICD-9-CM Vols. I & II to this class. This reference may be purchased at the pmiMD.com Bookstore or by calling 800-259-5562.

Schedule as of 7/4/2008

CityStateDateRegister
Map it!SAN ANTONIO*  TX9/16/2008
Map it!DALLAS*  TX9/16/2008
Map it!HOUSTON-SE*  TX9/24/2008
Map it!HOUSTON*  TX9/25/2008
Map it!LONGVIEW  TX10/1/2008
Map it!TYLER  TX10/2/2008
* Indicates more information

CEUs:
6PMI CEU(s)
5.5AAPC CEU(s)


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