ICD-9-CM Coding Workshop

Strengthen your diagnostic coding skills and reduce rejected claims with this popular hands-on refresher course.

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

City		State	Date	Register
	SAN ANTONIO*	TX	9/16/2008
	DALLAS*	TX	9/16/2008
	HOUSTON-SE*	TX	9/24/2008
	HOUSTON*	TX	9/25/2008
	LONGVIEW	TX	10/1/2008
	TYLER	TX	10/2/2008

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