Course description
Intro to Medical Coding Course
The Intro to Medical Coding course is also ideal for those who are in non-coding medical positions but want to know more about what happens with patient documentation after it leaves the provider’s hands. Whether you’re a biller, manager, physician assistant, nurse, front desk staff member, or even a physician, this course is a great way to get an introduction to another side of the healthcare field.
Because Intro to Medical Coding is not a full certification, it is perfect for anyone who wants a taste of the coding industry in order to make sure that it’s right for them. Sign up today, and take the first step on your journey to becoming a medical coder.
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Who should attend?
At MMI, we want to make sure that you have a successful learning experience. For Intro to Medical Coding, you do not need any prerequisites, as it is an introduction level course.
Training content
Course Outline
Module 1: Medical Coding vs. Medical Billing
- What is Medical Coding?
- An Introduction to Medical Billing
- How Billing and Coding work together
- Technology in Healthcare
- Compliance Requirements
Module 2: The CPT and HCPCS II Code Sets
- Introduction to CPT
- CPT Coding
- Using the Alphabetical Index
- Introduction to HCPCS II
Module 3: The ICD-10-CM Code Set
- Introduction to ICD-10
- ICD-10-CM Coding Volumes
- Volume I Tabular Index Format
- Volume II Alphabetic Index Format
Certification / Credits
Because this course is an intro course, it is not a CEU course and you will not be awarded CEUs upon completion.
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Founded in 1986
Over 4000 certified alumni since 2000
Tens of thousands of CEU course attendees since founding
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Medical Management Institute
MMI has a 30+ year history in distance learning and certifications for business professionals in the healthcare industry. The Institute offers 6 certifications for: medical coders (including 2 specialized certifications for E/M coding and HCC risk-adjustment coding), billers, internal auditors,...