CERTIFIED MEDICAL CODER (CMC) Course and Exam Every Saturday For 9 Weeks
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Certified Medical Coder (CMC)® validates training and knowledge as an outpatient coding professional. Earning the CMC coding credential will improve confidence when communicating with physicians, third-party payers, patients and business associates.
Class Outline
Medical Terminology
Makeup and pronunciation of medical terms/words
Key review of the human body systems, illustrations and review of anatomic position and directional terms
Root words, prefixes, suffixes and supplemental terms
Combined forms associated with medical conditions
Definitions for common medical abbreviations
Analysis of physician orders and narratives
ICD-10-CM Coding
Instruction on the organization and groupings of ICD-10-CM
Accurate translation of medical terminology for diseases into codes
Designation of symbols, punctuations, abbreviations, keywords, unspecified codes and other coding conventions
Outline of the complete coding and reimbursement equation
Primary vs. secondary code selection
Diagnostic coding guidelines such as laterality, sequelae, etc.
CMS diagnostic coding guidelines
Differentiate between signs/symptoms and ill-defined conditions and a diagnosis
Correct rules and guidelines for assigning codes for neoplasms, adverse effects, pregnancy, childbirth, wounds, burns, injuries, HIV/AIDS, etc.
Unsubstantiated and borderline diagnoses
Application of ICD-10 coding conventions
How to determine the accurate diagnostic code order
Proper use of tables
Problem set exercises for hands-on comprehension
Procedural Coding - CPT® and HCPCS
Key elements of physician documentation that drive the assignment of CPT codes
Accurate code assignment through the application of coding guidelines
HCPCS/CPT coding process and steps
Format and conventions used in the HCPCS/CPT coding manuals
Global and unbundled procedures, and their impact on coding in CPT
Identify unlisted procedures and how to bill them
Modifier usage for appropriate reimbursement and efficient claims processing
Evaluation and management service types
E/M guidelines and levels of service
Medical record documentation as related to the application of E/M coding
Bundled services guidelines for surgery coding
New vs. established patient guidelines
Surgery coding guidelines
Hands-on exercises coding common procedures and services provided by physicians
Ancillary Services & Advanced Coding
Maternity and delivery services
Types of radiology services
Technical and professional component distinction
Billing supervision and interpretation (S&I) services
Laboratory procedure types
Billing for qualitative detection vs. quantitative detection
Billing laboratory panel tests
Types of pathology services
Coding services in the medicine section
Billing for administration of vaccines and immunizations
Types of dialysis
Guidelines used to assign ophthalmologic examinations
Advanced coding problem set exercises
Course Prerequisite Candidates should have a minimum of one year of experience in outpatient medical coding and are expected to complete the Medical Terminology course, included at no additional charge with CMC enrollment. Take the free Medical Coding Assessment to test your knowledge now. IMPORTANT - REQUIRED CLASS MATERIALS Students are required to have self-supplied ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS code set manuals in addition to a medical dictionary to participate in this course. Coding books should be current for the year the course concludes and exam will be completed.
*If you lack experience and want to build foundational coding knowledge, we recommend the Medical Coding Bundle- includes 6 foundation courses plus the CMC Certification course - a fantastic training value!
Bonus Training: Our Step-by-Step Coding Guide includes 35 brief videos that walk students through an example from each Chapter of ICD-10 and every body system in CPT to demonstrate the step-by-step process of identifying the correct code. The guide also provides a review of the most challenging CMC course concepts for students. CEUs The Certified Medical Coder (CMC)® program is approved for up to 29 CEUs for Practice Management Institute certified professionals (CMCO/ CMIS/CMOM). This program has prior approval from the American Medical Billing Association for 29 CEUs. All others seeking CEUs should verify credit guidelines with their organization prior to enrollment in this program.
Format: Participate remotely with access to a series of live instructor-led webinar sessions (current schedule posted on this page). Live attendance is encouraged but not required. Participants are encouraged to turn on their webcams and fully engage with the instructor and their peers in this highly interactive program. Enrolled students can access recorded lectures and instructor support for 6 months following the course conclusion.
Resources: A course manual is included and will be shipped to your address. Self-supplied code set manuals and a medical dictionary are needed throughout the course and on the exam day. Registration includes ongoing faculty support and optional participation in bonus live instructor-led group study sessions.
Exam Info: This course includes a timed, six-hour proctored certification exam scheduled by PMI's Exam Coordinator in a testing center near the candidate's location. A score of 70% or better is required to earn the CMC certification. If a passing grade is not achieved on the first attempt, candidates may re-test for an additional fee.
Payment must be received prior to start of class For questions, please contact Lynn Robinson at 302-224-5198
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations will result in a credit voucher good within a year of issuance. A refund less 20% processing fee may be requested if cancellation is received at least 7 days prior to the program. More details on this policy are posted at www.pmiMD.com/policies.asp.
