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TRAINING and Placement services are provided for all AAPC & AHIMA EXAM CERTIFICATION COURSES

CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Training

Duration: 2.5 Month (Weekdays 2 hour per day) or (Weekend 3 hours per Day)

Topic Covered:

  • HCPCS Level II
  • E/M Coding (Evaluation and Management):
  • Understanding legal and ethical aspects of medical coding, including compliance with privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA).
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Compliance
  • Key Points

    The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) training is a comprehensive program that equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as proficient medical coders. Here are some highlights of CPC training:

  • In-Depth Understanding of Coding Systems
  • E/M Coding Expertise
  • Audit Skills Development
  • Medical Billing Concepts
  • HIPAA Compliance Awareness
  • Preparation for Certification Exam
  • National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
  • E/M (Evaluation and Management) Training

    Duration: 1.5 Month

    Topic Covered

  • Breaking down E/M codes into key components
  • Key Components of History
  • Medical Decision Making (MDM)
  • Use of Modifiers with E/M Codes
  • CMS Documentation Guidelines
  • Time-Based Coding
  • Compliance with Coding Guidelines
  • Auditing E/M Services
  • E/M coding is a nuanced and essential aspect of medical coding, as it directly reflects the nature and complexity of patient encounters. Professionals in healthcare, including coders and providers, must be well-versed in E/M coding to accurately capture the value of the services provided and ensure proper reimbursement.

    Surgery

    Duration: 2 Months

    Topic Covered

  • CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Coding
  • Surgical Anatomy and Physiology
  • Modifiers in Surgery Coding
  • Global Surgical Package
  • Surgical Documentation Requirements
  • Invasive Procedures and Techniques
  • Unbundling and Code Linkage
  • Assistant Surgeon and Co-Surgeon Coding
  • It's important for surgical coders to stay updated on changes in coding guidelines and surgical procedures within their specific medical specialties. Ongoing education and training are crucial to maintaining proficiency in surgical coding.

    CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)Training:

    Duration: 2.5 Month

    Topic Covered

  • ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition, Clinical Modification)
  • ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System)
  • HCPCS Level II (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System)/li>
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
  • Compliance and Regulatory Considerations
  • Coding Guidelines
  • Clinical Classifications Software (CCS) and Grouper Software
  • Risk Adjustment Coding
  • CCS training is designed to prepare individuals to work as coding specialists in hospital inpatient settings. It often involves a combination of classroom instruction, practical exercises, and hands-on coding experience. Obtaining the CCS credential may also require passing a certification exam to demonstrate proficiency in inpatient coding.

    IPDRG

    Duration: 2.5 Month

    Topic Covered

  • Intrdcution to AHA Coding Handbook.
  • KCoding Clinic with quarter Explaination
  • AMA CPT Assistant
  • Labs and Clinical Pathology
  • PDX and SDX Selection
  • Clinical indicators