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This nationally recognized Advanced Medical Coding for the Physician's Office Online Program will teach you CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II coding. This is an advanced program, designed for students with previous medical coding experience. Prior to enrolling for this program, you should have already completed basic coding education or the ed2go Administrative Medical Specialist program.

Preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam is included. The textbook for this course is provided. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Continuous changes in the medical billing and coding profession, as well as HIPAA changes, have created an incredible demand for people trained in coding. The Advanced Coding for the Physician's Office Program is designed for students who have previous coding experience, a basic coding education, or who have completed the ed2go Administrative Medical Specialist (AMS) Program. Click here for more information on the AMS Program. CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II coding are covered in this program, along with information on the Correct Coding Initiative (CCI), compliance and reimbursement issues, E & M guidelines, and much more. You'll get important tips to increase your accuracy in code selections and make the billing process smoother, resulting in quicker and better reimbursement.

This program will prepare you for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

Upon registering, you're given an initial six months to complete the program. Should you need more time, you may request a six-month extension at no additional charge.

Before registering for the Advanced Coding for the Physician's Office Program, you should have an understanding of CPT-4 (CPT), ICD-9-CM (ICD-9), and HCPCS coding principles.  After a brief review of the basics of coding, the program will cover the following areas:

• ICD-9 diagnostic coding, including sub-categories and supplementary classifications
• Primary and principal diagnoses
• CPT coding: using modifiers, specific codes, and section guidelines, and how to remain up-to-date with CPT coding changes
• Ten critical steps for better reimbursement through increased accuracy and compliance in CPT coding
• Evaluation & Management (E & M) Code: simplifying code selection, plus understanding and applying the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) E & M documentation guidelines (DG)
• CMS guidelines for outpatient diagnostic coding, and how to identify the special circumstances specified in the guidelines
• Unlisted procedures: when to use them
• National and local HCPCS codes and modifiers

1. Introduction
2. Evaluation and Management Services
3. Medicine
4. Radiology
5. Pathology and Laboratory
6. Integumentary System
7. Cardiovascular System
8. Digestive System, Hemic/Lymphatic System, and Mediastinum/Diaphragm
9. Musculoskeletal System
10. Respiratory System
11. Urinary, Male Genital, and Endocrine Systems
12. Female Genital System and Maternity Care/Delivery
13. Nervous System
14. Eye and Auditory Systems
15. Anesthesia