Online Class: ICD-9-CM Coding Workshop
|  | | | ICD-9-CM Coding Students are welcomed to take this inexpensive on-line class. Review coding guidelines and participate in coding scenarios.
| | Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription Basic Course (no certificate) = $149.00 Course with Online Certificate* = $174.00 |
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 Course Description 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 Lessons |  | Lesson 1_ICD-9-CM ReviewAn ICD-9-CM code communicates to an insurance carrier the medical necessity (diagnosis) of any given procedure or visit provided by a physician or other healthcare provider. Volume I and Volume II of the ICD-9-CM manual are used to report the patient's di | Lesson 2_Conventions of ICD-9-CM CodingCoding conventions are rules that are used by the coder when assigning an ICD-9-CM diagnosis code. To accurately assign an ICD-9-CM code, the coder must have a thorough understanding of the coding conventions. | Lesson 3_Coding BurnsLearn about first, second and third degree burns. It is important to review the medical record to determine the degree of the burn in order to sequence the code in the right order. | Lesson 4_The Neoplasm TableUnderstand the Neoplasm Table. Some statements used in documentation can be confusing. Coding guidelines for coding neoplasms are covered in this lesson. | Lesson 5_V codes and E CodesV-codes and E-codes are explained in this lesson. The student also receives guidance on searching for the codes and an explanation of when and how to apply the codes. | Lesson 6_The Hypertension TableThe ICD-9-CM classifies hypertension by primary or secondary and the nature, benign, malignant or unspecified. Review the coding guidelines and coding tips to be able to assign this condition the correct diagnosis code. | Lesson 7_Coding Injuries and FracturesChapter 17 of the ICD-9-CM Coding manual classifies injuries, poisoning, other effects of external causes. This lesson will primarily focus on coding injuries and fractures | Lesson 8_The Table of Drugs and ChemicalsSometimes people take medication that will cause a reaction for one reason or another. Learn the correct way to sequence the ICD-9 code. | Lesson 9 The Endocrine System - Coding DiabetesDiabetes Mellitus is assigned codes from category 250. It is important to code the correct 4th and 5th digit to indicate if the patient is a Type I or Type II diabetic and if the diabetes is under control. There are many rules to coding diabetes. | Lesson 10_Multiple and Combination CodingCombination codes are used to describe two or more diagnoses or when when a diagnosis is assocated with a manifestation. A multiple code describes a single condition that requires more than one code. The coding order is of the utmost importance. |
Optional Certificates Awarded - Certificate of Attendance
- Certificate of Class Participation
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Certificate of Merit
- Certificate of Outstanding Achievement
- Certificate of Academic Excellence
In addition to the standard Certificate of Course Completion, Merit Awards may be issued by the instructor at his/her own discretion and are based on student achievement. Merit awards also incur an additional $30.00 processing fee that covers the customization, printing, and delivery of the award, as well as access to the UniversalClass™ Portfolio Service that documents your achievements online. Official Merit Awards have a serial number that verifies the authenticity of the award (great for employers to verify your achievement).
| | Additional Information | Course Title | : | ICD-9-CM Coding Workshop | | CEU Value | : | | | Course Number | : | 31234 | | Course Type | : | Professional (Intermediate Level) | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : |  | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Requirements | : | View Technical Requirements | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $149 | | | | |
NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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