AOT 8006 - Medical Coding I

Clock Hours: 84

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Industry Certifications Certified Professional Coder exam through the AAPC.

Course Description:
The focus is learning the coding rules for the CPT, ICD-10-CM, and Level II (HCPCS) coding systems and then applying the rules to code patient services. In addition, a variety of payment systems are presented-DRG, APC, RUGS III. The medical topics of Medicare fraud/abuse, HMOs, and PROs are also reviewed.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

Distinguish among Medicare Part A, B, C, and D.
Interpret rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Locate information in the Federal Register.
Explain the RBRVS system.
Understand the framework of Medicare Fraud programs.
Identify the major components of Managed Health Care.
Identify the purpose of the CPT, ICD-10-CM Code Set, and HCPCS Level II code books
Understand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codes
Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services
Introduction to CPT
Introduction to the Level II National Codes (HCPCS)
Using Modifiers
Understand and apply chapter specific codes for anesthesia
Understand and apply chapter specific codes for surgery guidelines and general surgery