Medical Billing and Coding Training

Introduces health information functions, such as content and format of records, retention and storage requirements, indexes and registries, as well as forms design. You'll also explore relationships among departments and clinical providers within a healthcare system.

Part of a two-course sequence with HIT205, HIT203 addresses guidelines, definitions, principles and coding conventions of the International Classification of Diseases-10-Procedural Coding System (ICD-10-PCS). Anatomy and code structure for each of the body systems and related sections of ICD-10-PCS, health records, manual and computerized coding methods, and coding references are also covered.

Introduces principles and guidelines for using the ICD-10-Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) system to code diagnoses. You'll learn about coding ethics, data quality and the application of coding principles to electronic record systems.

Expands your knowledge of clinical classification systems and current principles of Current Procedural Terminology. You'll also explore the application of coding principles to an electronic record system.

Explores advanced coding techniques and guidelines from the Current Procedural Terminology code set and the International Classification of Diseases. You'll practice coding complex case studies and medical reports by utilizing manual tools.

Introduces legal and regulatory issues in healthcare with an emphasis on their applications in healthcare information services and documentation of care. You'll explore the rights and responsibilities of providers, employees, payers and patients in a healthcare context.

Explores reimbursement and payment methodologies applicable to healthcare provided in various U.S. settings. You'll learn concepts related to insurance products, third-party and prospective payment, as well as managed care organizations.

Provides you with hands-on experience in coding authentic patient records. You'll gain 40 hours of practical experience in medical coding for various patient types and encounters as you apply your knowledge and skills to complex case studies in a virtual setting.

Helps prepare you for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification exam, which determines aptitude in multiple competency domains including health information documents, diagnosis and procedure coding, as well as regulatory guidelines and reporting requirements for Acute Care (Inpatient) service.

When looking into medical billing and coding training schools, seek an institution that offers:

• Accreditation by a recognized organization such as the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
• Hands-on experience opportunities, such as EHR Go simulation software, which gives you access to simulated medical records as well as several applications and software programs used in the medical billing and coding field.

EHR Go is an electronic health record system and web-based platform, complete with more than 300 live patient files, designed for hands-on educational purposes.  It gives you the opportunity to put theory to practice and perform simulated medical coding activities.

• Adequate preparation for major medical billing and coding certification exams, such as the CPC, CCS and CCA certifications offered by AAPC and AHIMA

If you’re interested in becoming a medical biller and coder for the healthcare industry, our medical billing and coding online classes can you help you pursue your goals.

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