MB2: Coding: ICD-10-CM/CPT-4/HCPCS

ICD10-CM coding is required by third-party payers when submitting and processing insurance claims. In this class, students will learn to interpret accurately and describe diagnoses, procedures and supplies used in the physician offices, medical record department, emergency rooms, urgent care and hospice care facilities. In CPT-4 coding, students will learn how to effectively use evaluation and management codes in compliance with CMS regulations, the correct usage of modifiers that Best describes inpatient procedures, and services in compliance with CMS. Students will be informed about the changes and updated code requirements. Hands-on diagnoses and including problem solving of case studies using ICD10-CM will be covered in class. Cost of textbooks is approximately $ 187.00 (ICD10 & CPT4) plus $20.00 for material fee payable in class.

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand basic to advance coding principles and regulations
• Perform hands-on actual coding of ICD10-CM/ CPT-4 /HCPCS
• Code accurately, specific and in a timely manner
• Professionally handle patients concerns, co-workers, and physicians in compliance with HIPAA. 

This course falls under the following Institutional Level Outcome (ILO):

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Information Technology and Literacy
• Personal, Social, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility

Notice:

This six-course program is designed for those who are new to the medical field and for those currently working in the field who wish to expand their knowledge in specific areas. Students will become versed in the terminology of the medical profession, knowledgeable in the areas of billing procedures and coding, credit and collection, legal issues and risk management. When you complete the program, you will be able to effectively deal and help with problem-solving activities in a medical business environment. Program consists of six courses that must be taken in the following order: Medical Terminology, Coding: ICD-10CM/CPT-4/HCPCS, Medical Insurance Billing Principles, Medical Credit and Collection: Recovery of Unsecured Assets, Legal Issues and Risk Management, and Computerized Medical Insurance Billing. Participants will earn a Mt. SAC Community Education Certificate of Completion when all six courses have been successfully completed. Attendance and examination requirements must be met before a certificate can be issued.

Materials fee in the amount of $20 will be collected by the teacher at the time of the first class.