This course provides students with the materials for a hands-on approach to applied coding practice. Students will gain deep familiarity with specific medical coding software (Practicode) to apply knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, PCS, and HCPCS coding standards needed in the field. Students will also complete an overview of the CPC and CIS certification exams, with emphasis on the above code sets, including coding guidelines, conventions, and rules specific to each code set and apply their understanding on the CPC or CIS exam. Further topics include effective exam preparation and exam-taking strategies through practice exams which simulate the actual testing environment to ensure confidence and readiness for the official CPC or CIC exam.
Credits:
12.0
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