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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Anesthesia codes (00100-01999)
Regional Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
Local Anesthesia
Timing
In Anesthesia we count the time when the anesthesiologist begins to prepare the patient induction of anesthesia in the operating room and ends when the anesthesiologist is no longer in personal attendance, that is, when the patient may be safely placed under postoperative supervisions.
15 minutes = 1 unit
60 minutes = 4 units
Anesthesia given by Surgeon = Modifier 47
HCPCS modifierÂ
AA
QX
QY
QZ
QK
Physical Status modifier
P1: A normal health patient
P2: A patient with mild systemic disease
P3: A patient with severe systemic disease
P4: A patient with severe systemic disease that is constant threat of life.
P5: A moribund patient who is not expected to survive without the operation
P6: A declared brain death patient whose organs are being removed for donor purpose.
Add-on-Code
+99100: Anesthesia for patient of extreme age, younger than 1 year and older than 70 years.
Do not report this code with 00326, 00561, 00834
Codes are identify by anatomical position
Head
- Neck
- Thorax
- Intrathoracic
- Spine and Spinal code
- Upper Abdomen
- Lower Abdomen
- PeriniumÂ
- Pelvis
- Knee and popliteal Area
- Upper leg
- Lower Leg
- Shoulder and Axilla
- Upper Arm and elbow
Modifier Description Multiple
AA Anesthesia services personally performed by the anesthesiologist 100%
QY Medical direction of one CRNA by an anesthesiologist 50%
QK Medical direction of two, three or four concurrent anesthesia procedures 50%
AD Supervision, more than four procedures **
** Payment to the anesthesiologist will be based on three base units per procedure when the anesthesiologist
is involved in furnishing more than four procedures concurrently or is performing other services while directing
the concurrent procedure. An additional time unit can be recognized if the physician can document he was
present at induction.
CRNA
Modifier Description Multiple
QX Anesthesia, CRNA medically directed 50%
QZ Anesthesia, CRNA not medically directed
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