Module 1: Introduction to Medical Coding
Overview of the Healthcare System
Importance of Medical Coding in Healthcare
Basics of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS Level II
Key Roles and Responsibilities of a Certified Professional Coder
Module 2: Medical Terminology and Anatomy
Understanding Medical Terminology
Body Systems: Functions and Structure
Common Medical Conditions and Terminology
Anatomy Essentials for Coders
Module 3: ICD-10-CM Coding
Structure and Format of ICD-10-CM Codes
Coding Guidelines and Conventions
Understanding Diagnosis Coding
Application of ICD-10-CM in Real-World Scenarios
Module 4: CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Coding
Introduction to CPT
Code Categories: Evaluation, Management, Surgery, Radiology, and More
Modifier Usage in CPT Coding
Procedure Coding Guidelines
Module 5: HCPCS Level II Coding
Introduction to HCPCS
Commonly Used HCPCS Codes
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Supplies Coding
Integration with CPT and ICD-10
Module 6: Medical Coding Compliance and Ethics
HIPAA Regulations and Compliance Standards
Avoiding Fraud and Abuse in Coding
Ethical Considerations for Medical Coders
Module 7: Practical Coding Applications
Coding Case Studies for Various Specialties: Orthopedics, Cardiology, Dermatology, etc.
Abstracting Information from Medical Records
Coding Exercises and Assignments
Module 8: CPC Exam Preparation Tips
Exam Format and Structure
Practice Exams and Test-Taking Strategies
Tips for Time Management During the Exam
Module 9: Career Guidance and Next Steps
How to Land Your First Job in Medical Coding
Resume and Interview Tips for Coders
Continuing Education and Career Development
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About Lesson
The Integumentary system is composed of the skin and its appendages including hair, nails, sweat glands and sebaceous glands. It protects the body from injury and helps regulate body temperature.
Anatomy
Word  Meaning
- Epidermis  Thin, Cellular outer layer of the skin
- Basal layer  Deepest region of epidermis
- Melanocyte  cell found in the basal layer that gives color to the  skin
- Melanin  dark brown to black pigment contained in  melanocytes
- Dermis  dense, fibrous connective tissue layer of the skin  (also known as corium)
- Sebaceous gland   oil glands in the skin
- Sebum  oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands
- sudoriferous glands  sweat glands
- subcutaneous layer  connective tissue layer just under the dermis
- lesion  an area of pathologically altered tissue.
- Papule  a solid mass on the skin up to to 0.5 cm in diameter
- Nodule  a solid mass greater than 1 cm which extends  deeper into the epidermis
- Tumor  solid mass larger than 1-2 cm
- Wheal  an area of localized skin edema (swelling)
- Bulla  a blister larger than 0.5 cm
- Pustule  a pus filled
- alopecia  natural or unnatural deficiency of hair
- pruritus  severe itching
- erythema  redness of skin
- xeroderma  dry skin
- burn  any injury to body tissue caused by heat,  chemicals, radiation or                                             gases
- dermatitis           inflammation of the skin characterized by erythema
- abscess        localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by the                       inflammation of surrounding tissues Â
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gangrene  death of tissue associated with a loss of blood supply
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onychia  inflammation of fingernail or toenail
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seborrhea  a skin condition marked by the hypersecretion of sebum from  the sebaceous glands
Operative Terms
       Word                Meaning
- Cryosurgery:Â Â Â Â Â destruction of tissue by freezing
- Debridement  removal of dead tissue from a wound or burn site  to promote              healing and prevent infection
- Fulguration:Â Â Â burn out
- Mohs’ surgery: a technique used to excise tumors of the skin by  removing fresh tissue layer by layer until a tumor  free plan is reached
- Autograft:   transfer to a new position in the body of the same  person
- Allograft:Â Â Â donor transfer between person of the same species
- Xenograft:Â Â Â different species
