CPCP

                         

What is Medical Coding?
Medical Coding is assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures which are used on the medical providers bill. Medical Coding aids in identifying the claims and displays the entire history of the patient and the services performed.
Coders convert the medical providers chart notes into CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level-II codes. These codes are sent to the various insurance companies including government medical plans such as Medicare and Medicaid.
The codes are analyzed by the payers and if the coding is accurate the medical provider will be reimbursed.
This field generates medical coders who specialize in coding after a thorough training program and certification process.
  
 
 

          CPT  (Current Procedural Terminology)

 

Understand how to use the CPT 

Current Procedural Terminology)

manual. These codes are required for all

billings sent  to insurance companies for

reimbursement. A good understanding

of these is essential.

 

 

 

   ICD-9 (International  Classification  of Diseases)

Understand the ICD-9 (International  Classification of Diseases)  Manual. These codes are required for all medical  claims  submitted for reimbursement by

any medical  office. Again,  a good

understanding of these codes is essential 

to a successful student.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For addtional information about the CPC certification.

Visit aapc.com   

 

 


Progressive Reimbursement
Solution Services, Inc.

knows that obstacles in a healthcare practice’s accounts receivable department can drastically affect physician-patient relations and cause significant revenue problems. Our consultants have the industry expertise and hands-on experience to offer quality accounts receivable management and consulting services for your organization. Accounts receivable is one of a healthcare practice’s most valued assets, and PRSS wants to ensure that your practice maintains a consistently steady cash flow. Our professionally educated, highly trained consultants can help you improve your relationship with your patients while steadily increasing your rate and volume of reimbursement. We assist with Managed Care MRA's.

  

 

We are the Key to your practices success



 

CPC Coding Course

                         

What is Medical Coding?
Medical Coding is assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures which are used on the medical providers bill. Medical Coding aids in identifying the claims and displays the entire history of the patient and the services performed.
Coders convert the medical providers chart notes into CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level-II codes. These codes are sent to the various insurance companies including government medical plans such as Medicare and Medicaid.
The codes are analyzed by the payers and if the coding is accurate the medical provider will be reimbursed.
This field generates medical coders who specialize in coding after a thorough training program and certification process.
  
 
 

          CPT  (Current Procedural Terminology)

 

Understand how to use the CPT 

Current Procedural Terminology)

manual. These codes are required for all

billings sent  to insurance companies for

reimbursement. A good understanding

of these is essential.

 

 

 

   ICD-9 (International  Classification  of Diseases)

Understand the ICD-9 (International  Classification of Diseases)  Manual. These codes are required for all medical  claims  submitted for reimbursement by

any medical  office. Again,  a good

understanding of these codes is essential 

to a successful student.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For addtional information about the CPC certification.

Visit aapc.com   

 

 


Progressive Reimbursement
Solution Services, Inc.

knows that obstacles in a healthcare practice’s accounts receivable department can drastically affect physician-patient relations and cause significant revenue problems. Our consultants have the industry expertise and hands-on experience to offer quality accounts receivable management and consulting services for your organization. Accounts receivable is one of a healthcare practice’s most valued assets, and PRSS wants to ensure that your practice maintains a consistently steady cash flow. Our professionally educated, highly trained consultants can help you improve your relationship with your patients while steadily increasing your rate and volume of reimbursement. We assist with Managed Care MRA's.

  

 

We are the Key to your practices success



 

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Course Description: The student will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main coding manuals: CPT®, ICD

Course Description: The student will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main coding manuals: CPT, ICD-9-CM  and HCPCS. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding for a physician’s office and strongly recommended for anyone who is preparing for the AAPC CPC Certification Examinationc oding  related to the three main

Course Objectives:

•       1. Identify the purpose of the CPT® & ICD-9-CM manuals.

•       2. Identify the information in appendices of the CPT® manual.

•       3. Explain the levels of E/M services.

•       4. Code a wide variety of patient services using CPT® codes.

•       5. List the major features of Level II National Codes.

•       6. Apply coding and conventions when assigning diagnoses codes.

•       7. Understand the official ICD-9-CM coding principles.

•       8. Assign ICD-9-CM codes to the highest level of specificity.

 

 

Methods of Evaluation: 

The instructional methods used include reading assignments, practice exercises, classroom lectures, and discussion, module review tests, and final exam. To receive certificate of completion, students must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher and complete the course within a 4-month time period.

  Course Materials

•       Medical Coding  Course Supplement: CPC 2011

•       AAPC CPC Student Work Book  2011. 

 Required Textbooks (not included):

•       1. CPT® Professional Edition (current year), AMA publisher

•       2. ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 & 2 (current year), any publisher

•       3. HCPCS Level II (current year), any publisher

AAPC offers a bundled package for $179.00 plus shipping

 

CPC means you’ve passed a rigorous coding examination.

You’ve proven you have an understanding of codes, modifiers and guidelines for their use. CPC  means you’ve got training and you’ve kept up with your changing profession through continuing education programs.

CPC means you’ve agreed to a stringent code of ethical conduct. CPC means youhave embraced your work not as a “job,” but as a profession, and that you care about the success of your team and the patients you serve. That’s what CPC means to you. Let’s talk for a minute about what the crendential  means to others in your workplace.

Credentials from the AAPC represent a recognized standard to employers seeking ethical, accurate and experienced coders. Office managers andphysicians will specify, “We’re looking for a "CPC" because the credential is synonymous with quality.

Most employers, whether providers or payers, know the value of AAPC credentials. CPC has become the “gold standard” for physician coders and outpatient facility coders.

  • Certified coders can reduce denial rates.
  • Certified coders can increase charge captures.
  • Certification shows a commitment to your career.
  • Certification validates your abilities in the job market.
  • Certified coders are evidence a practice desires to stay in compliance.
  • Certification requires continuing education, which keeps you on your toes.

Become Certified Through The AAPC

Within the Medicare Modernization Act, CMS recommends physician offices and other health carefacilities employ certified coders. The AAPC currently provides certification exams for physician officecoders, outpatient facility coders, and auditors working in a certified coder members – all helping physicians get paid.

A Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is an individual of high professional integrity who has passed a coding certification examination consisting of questions regarding the correct application of CPT, and are used for billing professional medical services to insurance companies. A CPC must have two years coding experience, maintain a yearly membership, and submit Continuing Education Units (CEUs) every two years.