Medical Coding CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Training

Medical Coding & Anatomy Certification: Master Healthcare Essentials

Unlock a rewarding career in healthcare with our comprehensive certification course! This program provides a strong foundation in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and coding systems, preparing you for a variety of roles in the medical field.

Module 1: Medical Terminology - Decoding the Language of Medicine

• Understanding Medical Terminology: Navigate the complex world of medical vocabulary. Learn how medical terms are constructed using Greek and Latin word parts, eponyms, acronyms, and modern language.
• Building Medical Terms: Discover the building blocks of medical terms: prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes. Mastering these components allows you to decipher and "build" almost any medical term.
• Key Elements: Explore the fundamental components of medical words:
  • Word Root: The core meaning of the term.
  • Combining Form: Used to combine with the root to create new words.
  • Suffix: Modifies the root to indicate a condition, procedure, or other information.

Module 2: Anatomy & Physiology - The Human Body Systems

• Human Body Systems Overview: Gain a thorough understanding of how the human body functions as a complex biological machine. Learn about the 10 major body systems and how they work together to sustain life.
• Key Body Systems Covered:
  • Musculoskeletal System: Focuses on bones, muscles, and joints.
  • Cardiovascular System: The heart, blood vessels, and blood.
  • Respiratory System: The lungs and airways.
  • Integumentary System: Skin, hair, and nails.
  • Nervous System: The brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
  • Digestive System: The organs responsible for food processing.
  • Urinary System: Kidneys and bladder.
  • Endocrine System: Hormone-producing glands.
  • Lymphatic System: Immune defense and fluid balance.
  • Reproductive System: Male and female reproductive organs.

Module 3: ICD-10-CM - International Classification of Diseases

• ICD-10-CM Fundamentals: Learn to assign accurate codes for diseases and signs/symptoms using the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification.
• Introduction to ICD Coding: Explore coding for a wide range of conditions:
  • Infections and Parasitic Diseases
  • Neoplasm (Cancer)
  • Endocrine, Nutritional, Metabolic Diseases
  • Blood and Blood Forming Organs
  • Mental Disorders
  • Nervous System and Sense Organs
  • Circulatory System
  • Respiratory System
  • Digestive System
  • Genitourinary System
  • Complications of Pregnancy and Abortions
  • Skin and Subcutaneous
  • Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue
  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Perinatal Period Conditions
  • Signs and Symptoms
  • Injuries, Poisoning and Complications
  • COVID-19 Coding

Module 4: CPT & HCPCS - Medical Procedure Coding

• CPT (Current Procedural Terminology): Master the coding system for outpatient procedures. Understand inpatient coding using PCS codes (Procedural Coding System).
• HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System): Learn to code for medical supplies and materials.
• CPT Deep Dive:
  • Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding.
  • Anesthesia coding.
  • Surgery (Comprehensive coverage across 6 chapters, organized by anatomical system).
  • Radiology coding.
  • Pathology and Laboratory coding.
  • Medicine coding.
  • Modifiers: Understand and apply modifiers to accurately reflect procedures.
  • Volume 3: Explore procedures commonly performed in a hospital setting.

Enroll today and take the first step towards a successful career in healthcare coding and related fields!