PMI Basics: Introduction to Medical Coding

Participate in this comprehensive introduction to ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS Level II coding systems. Explore essential coding concepts that directly affect reimbursement for healthcare services provided in an outpatient setting.

Medical coders are responsible for selecting codes for correct reimbursement for services rendered. Learn the language of medicine in this introduction to ICD-10-CM, CPT®, and HCPCS Level II coding systems. Participants will explore essential coding concepts and receive an overview of the coding audit process.

Highlights:

• Overview of the coding process
• The role of the medical outpatient coder
• Required training, skills, and abilities: analytical, clinical language, adherence to guidelines
• Ethics, professionalism, and responsibilities
• ICD-10-CM, CPT® and HCPCS coding references - what they are and how to use them
• Explore symbols, punctuation, and abbreviations
• Explanation of add-on codes, modifiers, bundling and unbundling
• Coding to the highest degree of specificity
• Accurate translation of documentation that supports proper code selection
• Beyond the basics: the importance of certification and those that are recognized examples by CMS
• Overview of coding audit principles: When, Why, Where and How

Self-paced online program includes unlimited review of recorded lectures and acccess to downloadable digital companion materials for 6 months.

This course is relevant for medical office professionals seeking baseline knowledge of accurate coding and billing in an outpatient healthcare setting.

Who Should Attend:

• Those interested in pursuing a career as a medical coder
• Novice outpatient coders
• Managers, clinical and administrative staff seeking an overall understanding of the coder's role and responsibilities in the healthcare setting.

CEUs
3

Length
191 min

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