• Understand the role and importance of medical coding in healthcare.
• Learn the basics of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Develop skills in accurately coding patient diagnoses and procedures.
• Gain knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology as they relate to coding.
• Learn about the regulatory and ethical considerations in medical coding.

• Introduction to Medical Coding
  • Overview of medical coding and its significance
  • Types of coding systems and their applications
  • The role of a medical coder in healthcare

• Medical Terminology

• • Basic medical terminology
  • Understanding prefixes, suffixes, and root words
  • Terminology related to body systems and medical conditions

• Anatomy and Physiology

• • Overview of human anatomy and physiology
  • Key body systems and their functions
  • Relevance of anatomy and physiology to medical coding

• ICD-10-CM Coding System

• • Introduction to the ICD-10-CM structure and format
  • Guidelines for coding diagnoses using ICD-10-CM
  • Practice exercises in assigning ICD-10-CM codes

• CPT Coding System

• • Introduction to the CPT coding system and its sections
  • Guidelines for coding medical procedures using CPT
  • Practice exercises in assigning CPT codes

• HCPCS Coding System

• • Overview of the HCPCS coding system
  • Differences between Level I and Level II codes
  • Practice exercises in assigning HCPCS codes

• Coding for Specific Medical Specialties

• • Coding for primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, and other specialties
  • Understanding specialty-specific coding guidelines
  • Practice exercises in specialty coding scenarios

• Regulatory and Ethical Considerations

• • Overview of healthcare regulations affecting coding (HIPAA, OIG)
  • Ethical considerations in medical coding
  • Ensuring accuracy and compliance in coding practices

The course will focus on providing students with a solid foundation in medical coding, emphasizing accuracy and compliance with coding standards. Special attention will be given to practical coding exercises and real-world scenarios to prepare students for certification and employment in medical coding roles.

• Quizzes and exams to test theoretical knowledge
• Practical coding assignments and exercises
• Case studies and coding scenarios
• Final project involving comprehensive coding for a mock medical record

• Basic understanding of biology and medical terminology (recommended)
• Interest in healthcare and administrative roles