What is the eligibility for medical coding?

In order to become a professional medical coder, one must pursue a relevant diploma or certification from a recognized University/Institution. The eligibility criteria for diploma/ certificate training program is: 10+2 from a recognized board. No age limit.

Can a non science student become medical coder?

While one can train to become a medical coder with any degree, a life sciences degree gives one the upper hand to become an ace medical coder. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology is an added advantage to become a medical coding specialist.

Is medical coding hard?

Medical billing and coding can be hard at times, but it is by no means impossible. Like many healthcare careers, becoming a medical biller and coder will take education and training. In other words, it will take hard work. You cannot become a great medical coder or biller overnight.

Can I take CPC exam online?

You can also take the CPC exam in the comfort of your own home for convenience. Scheduling the exam is offered same day. There is no fee for rescheduling if it is done at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled time. Taking the exam online is less expensive than the in person option.

It's easy because you know the stuff, it's just a test at the end of the day. It's hard in that it's an almost 6 hour test so your mental endurance is being tested as well as your knowledge. Some sections are easy, like anesthesia and HCPCS. Medical terms it's luck of the draw.

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Q: Is CPC test hard?

It&#39;s easy because you know the stuff, it&#39;s just a test at the end of the day. It&#39;s hard in that it&#39;s an almost 6 hour test so your mental endurance is being tested as well as your knowledge. Some sections are easy, like anesthesia and HCPCS. Medical terms it&#39;s luck of the draw.

Module 1: The World of Health Care
This module will help the candidate to learn about world healthcare
- Daily activities in US medical facilities
- Responsibilities of Medical coders and Billers,
- Career opportunities available to medical coding and billing specialists
Module 2: Medical Terminology
This module will help the candidate to learn the Introduction to Medical Terminology. Medical Terminology: Dividing and Combining Terms
- Introduction to Medical Terminology
- Medical Terminology: Dividing and Combining Terms
- Abbreviations, Symbols, and Special Terms
- Documentation of Medical Records
Module 3: Human Anatomy and Physiology
This module helps the learner to understand the Introduction to the Human Body,Integumentary System,Skeletal System and Articulations
- Muscular System
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Cardiovascular System
- Anatomy and Physiology and the ICD-10-CM Code Set
- Blood and Blood-Forming Organs
- Lymphatic System
- Respiratory System
- Digestive System
- Urinary System
- Reproductive Systems
Module 4: Medical Ethics
This module will help the candidate with the knowledge of Ethics, Compliance, Frauds and Application of Concepts to Medical Coding Specialists
- Confidentiality with Medical Records
- Insurance Audits
- Legal Concepts Involved
Module 5: Diagnostic Coding
This module helps the learner to understand the
- Introduction to Diagnostic Coding
- ICD-10 CM Coding Manual Introduction
Module 6: ICD-10 CM Diagnosis Coding
This module helps the learner to understand the Guidelines and Rules
- Diagnosis Coding Procedures
- Basic Coding Exercises
Module 7: ICD-10-CM Coding from Infections to Blood Diseases
This module will equip the candidate with the knowledge of Code infections, parasitic diseases, and neoplasms
- Coding of endocrine, nutritional, metabolic, and blood diseases
Module 8: ICD-10-CM Coding from Mental Disorders to the Respiratory System
This module will equip the candidate with the knowledge of Diagnosis Coding about the
- nervous,
- circulatory, and
- respiratory system
Module 9: ICD-10-CM Coding from the Digestive System to Pregnancy
This module helps the learner to understand Digestive,genitourinary systems and Coding diagnoses related to childbirth
- Puerperium
- Complications of pregnancy
Module 10: ICD-10-CM Coding from the Skin to Conditions of the Perinatal Period
This module helps the learner to understand the Diagnosis coding of skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Musculoskeletal system,
- Congenital abnormalities
- How to code related diagnoses
Module 11: ICD-10-CM Coding from Symptoms to Complications
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Coding symptoms, signs, and ill-defined conditions
- Coding for injuries
- Poisoning
Module 12: Z Codes, S Codes, and ICD-10-CM Coding Practicum
This module helps the learner to understand new coding skills and diagnosis coding knowledge in real-world scenarios
- Apply V-codes and
- E-codes in coding situations
Module 13: CPT Coding
This module will help the candidate to Learn the History of procedural coding
- Differentiate between CPT and HCPCS codes
- Format of the CPT coding manual &
- Basic steps of CPT coding.
Module 14: CPT Coding from the Integumentary System
This module helps the learner to understand codes related to the integumentary system Coding Biopsies,skin lesions,excisions, burns, breast procedures and skin grafts
Module 15: CPT Coding from the Reproductive Systems to the Operating Microscope
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Coding from the Reproductive Systems to the Operating Microscope like Code maternity and childbirth procedures
- Procedures related to the endocrine, nervous
- Visual, and auditory systems
- Coding for microscopic procedures
Module 16: CPT Coding for Radiology, Pathology, Medicine, and Anesthesia
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Coding for Radiology, Pathology, Medicine, and Anesthesia like Radiology terms, subsections, guidelines
- Coding radiology procedures
- Guidelines and coding information for pathology and anesthesia
Module 17: CPT Coding Evaluation and Management Services
This module helps the learner to understand Coding Evaluation and Management Codes
- Documentation guidelines and evaluation
- Management level sections and modifiers
Module 18: Comprehensive CPT Evaluation and Management
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Evaluation and management coding,
- Coding auditing process &
- Encounter forms usage in Coding specialist's work
Module 19: Comprehensive Surgery Coding
This module will help to understand the concept of Practice procedure coding
- CPT codes specific to surgery
Module 20: Musculoskeletal Coding
This module helps the learner to understand the Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Coding.
Module 21: Digestive System Coding
This module will help to understand the concept of Comprehensive Digestive System Coding.
Module 22: Urology and Reproductive System Coding
This module will contribute to understanding of your concept on Comprehensive Urology and Reproductive system coding
Module 23: Pulmonology and Cardiovascular Coding
This module will help to understand the concept of Comprehensive Pulmonology and Cardiovascular coding.
Module 24: CPT Coding for Radiology, Pathology
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Comprehensive Digestive System Coding.
Module 25: Anesthesia Coding
This module will help to understand the concept of Comprehensive Anesthesia coding
Module 26: HCPCS Coding
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of use coding resources available to them throughout their medical coding careers
- Associations, websites, continuing education, and certification options
- Importance of Coding Charges and Research
Module 27: Medical Billing: Overview
This module will equip the candidate with the knowledge of Gathering & Entering Data
- Paper Claims Processing
- Electronic Claims Processing
- Posting Payments
- Generating Reports
- Billing Your Clients
Module 28: Types of Insurance Coverage
This module helps the learner to understand the Group Health,Individual Policies,Medicare and many more
- Medicaid
- Personal Injury (PIP)
- Workers Compensation
- Tricare
Module 29: Procedures and Diagnoses
This module will help the candidate to Learn the Insurance Claim Process
- Claim Payment
- Report Generation
Module 30: Understanding Office Forms
This module will help the overview of Essential Office Forms(Patient Demographic Form and Completion) and more
- Insurance Cards
- Insurance Verification Form and Verification Procedures
- Superbill, Daysheet
- Examining Insurance Cards
- Insurance Verification Process
- Mock Insurance Verification Conversations
- Insurance Verification Exercises
Module 31: Superbill/ Encounter Document
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of
- Calculating Co-paymentss & Deductibles
Module 32: Understanding the CMS 1500 Form
This module will help the overview of the Basics of the CMS 1500 Form
- Box by Box Breakdown of the CMS 1500 Form
- Step-By-Step Instructions for Completing a CMS 1500
- Online CMS Form Completion Exercises
- Billing Tips Commonly Made Errors
Module 33: Understanding Codes & ICD-10-CM Coding
This module helps the learner to understand the Definition and Proper Usage
- Proper Usage
- Resource & Reference Material
Module 34: Lifecycle of an Insurance Claim
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of the Time-Line of an Insurance Claim and many more
- The Collection of Claim Data
- Claim Information Data Entry
- Claim Submission
- Receiving & Posting Payments
Module 35: Working with Billing/Practice Management Software
This module will equip the candidate with the knowledge of
- Basic Components of Billing Applications Clinic Data: Billing Identification Numbers
- Physician DataTax ID, UPIN, License Numbers, Assignment
- Patient Data Demographics Information, Insurance Information, Procedure Information, Diagnosis Information
- Claim Generation: Charge Entry, Payment Entry, Financial Adjustments, Transaction Notes
- Electronic & Paper Claims, Calculating Co-paymentss & Deductibles, 100 Co-payments & Deductibles Problems & Answers,
- Chapter AC3: Understanding Workers' Compensation
- Claim Generation: Charge Entry, Payment Entry, Financial Adjustments, Transaction Notes, Electronic & Paper Claims, Calculating Co-payments & Deductibles, 100 Co-payments & Deductibles Problems & Answers
- Chapter AC3: Understanding Workers’ Compensation
Module 36: Introduction to Workers Compensation
This module will help the candidate to Learn the skills of Medical Claims,Temporary Disability and many more
- Permanent Disability, Vocational Rehabilitation, Survivor Benefits
- Federal Workers Compensation Overview & Claim Filing,
- State Workers Compensation Overview & Claim Filing, First Report of Injury
Module 37: CMS 1500 Completion for Workers Compensation Claims
This module helps the learner to understand the Box by Box Instruction and many more
- Appeals & Adjudication, Fraud & Abuse,
- Tips for Successful Workers Compensation Claim Filing & Handling
Module 38: Complimentary Module 1: Soft Skills Development
- Business Communication
- Preparation for the Interview
- Presentation Skills
Module 39: Complimentary Module 2: Resume Writing
- Resume Writing

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Can anyone learn medical coding?

You can complete a certification program at any time throughout your career in medical coding. Some people earn their certificate to get a medical coding job while others earn certifications after completing their associate degree. Some people earn their bachelor's degree, but it's not typically a requirement.