Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certification

Learning Objectives:

Interpret and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines to ensure accurate and compliant coding practices.

Topics

• General coding guidelines 
• Chapter-specific guidelines 
• Documentation requirements 

Learning Objectives:

Develop proficiency in assigning ICD-10-CM codes accurately to represent diagnoses, applying coding principles to diverse clinical scenarios and documentation.

Topics

• Code selection criteria 
• Coding sequencing rules 
• Case studies and coding exercises 

Learning Objectives:

Gain understanding of the purpose, structure of CPT® and HCPCS Level II code sets, and the role of modifiers in medical coding and billing.

Topics

• CPT® code format and organization 
• HCPCS Level II code types 
• Modifier usage guidelines 

Learning Objectives:

Identify integumentary system procedures and conditions, and assign relevant CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for related services.

Topics

• Skin structure and function 
• Excision procedures 
• Skin lesion removal and repair 

Learning Objectives:

Recognize musculoskeletal anatomy and common conditions, and accurately code musculoskeletal procedures using CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes.

Topics

• Bone fractures and dislocations 
• Joint procedures 
• Musculoskeletal surgery coding 

Learning Objectives:

Understand respiratory anatomy and physiology, and accurately assign CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for respiratory procedures and conditions.

Topics

• Respiratory diagnostic procedures 
• Lung function testing 
• Respiratory therapy services 

Learning Objectives:

Learn cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and common diseases, and accurately code cardiovascular procedures using CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes.

Topics

• Cardiac catheterization 
• Cardiovascular surgery 
• Pacemaker and defibrillator procedures 

Learning Objectives:

Gain insight into hemic and lymphatic system anatomy and function, and accurately assign CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for related procedures.

Topics

• Lymph node biopsy 
• Splenectomy procedures 
• Mediastinal procedures 

Learning Objectives:

Explore digestive system anatomy and physiology, and accurately code gastrointestinal procedures using CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes.

Topics

• Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy 
• Digestive system surgeries 
• Liver and pancreas procedures 

Learning Objectives:

Understand urinary and male genital system anatomy and function, and accurately assign CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for related procedures and conditions.

Topics:

• Urinary tract endoscopy 
• Male reproductive surgeries 
• Prostate procedures and conditions 

Learning Objectives:

Learn female reproductive system anatomy and reproductive health, and accurately code maternity care and delivery services using CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes.

Topics:

• Obstetric ultrasounds 
• Antepartum care 
• Delivery coding guidelines 

Learning Objectives:

Explore endocrine and nervous system anatomy and function, and accurately assign CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for related procedures and conditions.

Topics:

• Thyroid procedures and conditions 
• Neurological diagnostic testing 
• Neurostimulator and neurosurgery procedures 

Learning Objectives:

Understand eye and ear anatomy, and accurately code procedures and conditions related to vision and hearing using CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes.

Topics:

• Ophthalmologic exams 
• Ear procedures 
• Visual and auditory testing 

Learning Objectives:

Gain familiarity with anesthesia principles and procedures, and accurately assign anesthesia CPT® codes based on anesthesia documentation.

Topics:

• Anaesthesia modifiers
• Anaesthesia time reporting
• Anaesthesia for specific procedures

Learning Objectives:

Learn radiological imaging techniques and procedures, and accurately assign CPT® codes for radiological services and procedures.

Topics:

• X-ray, MRI, CT scan procedures 
• Radiological guidance procedures 
• Contrast materials and administration 

Learning Objectives:

Understand laboratory testing methodologies and procedures, and accurately assign CPT® codes for pathology and laboratory services.

Topics:

• Blood chemistry testing 
• Microbiology procedures 
• Pathology specimen handling and analysis 

Learning Objectives:

Familiarize with evaluation and management (E/M) coding guidelines, and accurately assign E/M CPT® codes based on patient encounters.

Topics:

• E/M documentation requirements 
• E/M level selection criteria 
• Time-based E/M services 

Learning Objective:

Explore miscellaneous medical procedures and services, and accurately assign CPT® codes for various medical services not covered in other sections.

Topics:

• Vaccines and immunizations
• Hydration and therapeutic infusions
• Dialysis procedures