This self-study medical coding course will emphasize the rules and guidelines on the ICD-9-CM coding manual.
The course benefits those who work or want to work in the medical field whether it be as a medical biller, medical coder, and/or medical assistant.
The class format is designed to help the beginner coder learn and understand the concept of coding a diagnostic statement.
The course is designed to help the experienced coder gain additional knowledge and practice on their speed in preparation for the coding certification exam.
Coding scenarios are provided to help the student continue his/her knowledge in the field of medical coding.
Course Outline:
Lesson 1- ICD-9 Coding Review
Lesson 2- ICD-9 Coding Convention Review
Lesson 3- Burns _Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code.
Learn about the "Rules of Nine" and how to apply these rules when coding first, second, and third degree burns.
Lesson 4- Neoplasms _Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code.
The coding index and the Neoplasm Table are discussed in great detail in this lesson. How would you determine if a condition is malignant or benign? What does the asterisk (*) mean when you encounter the symbol when coding a neoplasm?
Lesson 5- V-codes and E-codes _Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code.
V-codes are used to describe encounters when a person is not ill. An example would be when a patient visits his or her physician for an annual check-up.
E-codes are supplemental codes that are used to describe a cause of injury, poisoning, or other adverse effects. The E-code is always used with another ICD-9 code.
Lesson 6- Hypertension _Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code.
This lesson covers coding an elevated blood pressure reading vs. high blood pressure/hypertension. Learn about the non-essential modifiers that will help you code correctly. Did you know that the medical record must document the type of hypertension before you assign the code?
Lesson 7- Injuries and Fractures_Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code
Learn how to code a "closed" fracture and an "open" fracture. Familiarize yourself with keywords to help learn if the fracture is considered "open" or "closed". Learn what the 4th digit represents when coding fractures.
Lesson 8- Table of Drugs and Chemicals _Coding Guideline Review and assigning the ICD-9-CM code
The Table of Drugs and Chemicals is located in a separate section of the ICD-9-CM coding manual and contains names of drugs and chemicals which are assigned codes dependant upon several factors. The Table contains E-codes which help identify the cause of a poisoning, such as accidental, therapeutic, suicide attempt, assault, and undetermined.
Lesson 9- Coding Diabetes Mellitus. Coding diabetes and manifestions can be challenging. The 5th digit subclassification will indicate whether the diabetes is type I or type II and whether the diabetes is controlled or out of control. How does chosing the right 5th digit impact coding?
Lesson 10_Combination and multiple codes are assigned to describe multiple conditions or a diagnosis which is associated with a manifestation. A multiple code describes a single condition that requires more than one code. Find out why it is important to sequence codes in the correct order.
Come join us an find out how interesting medical coding is.
The student will demonstrate knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding techniques.
Understand the alphabetic and tabular structures of Volumes 1 and 2 of the ICD-9-CM coding manual.
The student will be able to look up codes and learn the process of using coding books when coding a patient's condition or symptom.
Identify both primary and principal diagnoses.
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to correctly sequence codes and have thorough understanding and knowledge when coding diagnosis from a patient's record or a superbill.
The Instructor assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this course and reserves the right to make adjustments in this course to better meet the needs of the student.
The instructor reserves the right to drop the student from the class at any given time if student fails to comply with instructions on lessons, assignments or exams.
