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
HIV
- HIV: Codes only confirmed cases, when sign and symptoms are present : B20
- Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus coded as Z21. IN this condition sign and symptoms are not present.
- HIV Infection in Pregnancy O98.7
Sepsis
- First, we identify the Infection like Hepatitis A, Influenza, Covid
- Second, we code the Sepsis A41.9 series
- Then we code the organ failure, if any organ was failed like kidney failure, liver failure
- Severe Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Severe sepsis and septic shock combo codes are present, so we use combo code.
- In pregnancy case we use “O” series first then use the sepsis code
COVID-19
- Code only confirmed case
- Acute respiratory manifestation of COVID 19 for e.g. Pneumonia, Acute bronchitis, Acute respiratory distress, Lower respiratory infection, acute respiratory distress, acute respiratory failure in all condition we first code the Covid 19 then these disease, because these all are related to Covid 19.
- Sign and symptoms without definitive diagnosis of COVID 19. In that condition we assign the code of sign and symptoms like Cough, Shortness of Breath, Fever, tasteless etc.
