Principles of Coding

Learn how to use the language of coding to tell the story of the patient encounter. This is a basic-level class and essential coding primer for anyone that wants to improve their knowledge of outpatient coding. The instructor will take participants through the complete reimbursement process for physician services. For maximum benefit, participants should bring current CPT and ICD-10-CM coding books to this class.

Participants will receive detailed instruction and complete practice exercises to quickly improve coding proficiency and accuracy. The instruction and course materials include guidelines for more effective use of coding books, guidance on proper code selection, and tips to becoming a more efficient, versatile, and accurate coder.

Course Overview

What payers want and why
The importance of documentation and proper code selection
The role of each coding language and how they fit together
Proper use of the CPT® & ICD-10-CM code books
Review of the components used to define the levels of E/M services
Source document review
Using code book indexes to locate the correct code
Definition of a new patient vs. established patient
How to manage multiple E/M coding and documentation guidelines
How to apply prolonged service codes for office and other outpatient services
Benefits of basic medical terminology knowledge
Tips for appending modifiers appropriately
Valuable guidelines/conventions of coding that apply to all coders regardless of specialty
Steps for coding unlisted procedures

PMI CEUs: PMI Certified Professionals will earn 6 PMI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for attendance at this program. If you are seeking CEU credits for other certifications, contact your organization for preapproval and credit guidelines. A certificate of attendance will be provided for attendance at this program.


Friday, June 19, 2026 Principles of Coding 9:00 AM-4:00 PM (Program# 26587-0619) 6 PMI CEU(s) Where: MONROE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY WEBINAR ROCHESTER, NY 14623 Fee: $349 per person Includes instructional materials Seating is limited. Please register early! Register: Fax: Phone: 585-473-7573 Mail: LUCIA CASTILLEJO, MS MONROE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY PO BOX 22894 ROCHESTER, 14692 Brought to you by:		Principles of Coding Learn how to use the language of coding to tell the story of the patient encounter. This is a basic-level class and essential coding primer for anyone that wants to improve their knowledge of outpatient coding. The instructor will take participants through the complete reimbursement process for physician services. For maximum benefit, participants should bring current CPT and ICD-10-CM coding books to this class. Participants will receive detailed instruction and complete practice exercises to quickly improve coding proficiency and accuracy. The instruction and course materials include guidelines for more effective use of coding books, guidance on proper code selection, and tips to becoming a more efficient, versatile, and accurate coder. Course Overview What payers want and why The importance of documentation and proper code selection The role of each coding language and how they fit together Proper use of the CPT® & ICD-10-CM code books Review of the components used to define the levels of E/M services Source document review Using code book indexes to locate the correct code Definition of a new patient vs. established patient How to manage multiple E/M coding and documentation guidelines How to apply prolonged service codes for office and other outpatient services Benefits of basic medical terminology knowledge Tips for appending modifiers appropriately Valuable guidelines/conventions of coding that apply to all coders regardless of specialty Steps for coding unlisted procedures PMI CEUs: PMI Certified Professionals will earn 6 PMI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for attendance at this program. If you are seeking CEU credits for other certifications, contact your organization for preapproval and credit guidelines. A certificate of attendance will be provided for attendance at this program.