Practice Management Institute ~ Principles of Coding

Acquire foundational knowledge and improve comprehension of the key concepts for proper outpatient provider reimbursement. This baseline course explains the role of the ICD-10-CM, CPT®/EM, and HCPCS code sets and illustrates how they fit together. Maximize productivity by learning how to use the code set manuals/resources more effectively to tell the story of each patient encounter. Grasp coding instructions, conventions, and guidelines that apply to all coders regardless of specialty.

Learning objectives:

Gain a comprehensive review of medical coding systems and key concepts

Understand how to read a source document to abstract data and properly identify diagnoses, treatments, and services

Comprehend the importance of documentation and proper code selection?

Avoid common mistakes and coding errors

This course is an essential coding primer with detailed instruction and workbook exercises to quickly improve coding proficiency and accuracy. Ideal for those new to medical coding, it also serves as a valuable refresher for experienced coders seeking to reinforce best practices, close knowledge gaps, and ensure continued compliance. Before you code another claim, enhance your understanding of the rules of coding and documentation.

Know how to locate a code from the index and the steps for coding unlisted procedures. Comprehend levels of E/M service, coding to the highest specificity, and the relationship between documentation and code selection. Master these fundamental coding concepts and many more.

Highlights

The role of each coding language and how they fit together

Proper use of the code set manuals/resources

Guidelines for selecting the appropriate level of E/M service

Definition of a new patient vs. established patient

The principles of medical record documentation

How to apply prolonged service codes for office and other outpatient services

Benefits of basic medical terminology knowledge

Tips for appending modifiers appropriately

Receive hundreds of professional tips that will make you a more efficient, versatile, and accurate coder.

This program is designed for coders, auditors, providers, clinical, and other staff involved in learning or refreshing knowledge of medical coding fundamentals. Consultants, compliance officers, and office managers may also benefit.

For maximum benefit and full participation, self-provided current ICD-10-CM and CPT® code set manuals/resources are required for completion of coding practice exercises.

Principles of Coding

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