Basic education series for new coders

If you are brand new to medical office coding and billing, this basic education series will get you started on the right foot. Now you can take advantage of pre-recorded basic-level webcasts that will provide lecture and plenty of hands-on exercises to give you a solid foundation. You can work at your own pace and get your questions answered by e-mailing our educators. After completing this educational series, you will be ready to take on the PMCC course and work toward certification.

For a listing of workshops, please click here or call Education and Management Services at 866.442.3820 to learn more about scheduling a workshop in your area.

Pricing
$150 for 1st course
$125 for 2nd course
$75 for 3rd course
$50 for 4th course

WEBCAST	MEMBER FEE	NON-MEMBER FEE	PROGRAM CODE	DESCRIPTION
Introduction to CPT Coding	$150	$250	5669	This introductory program is designed for physicians, new coders and medical office personnel who need a basic understanding of procedural coding. Through this web cast and a series of exercises, our instructor will stress the principles, guidelines, format and rules of CPT coding. The first day will focus on Evaluation and Management Coding rules; the second day will integrate this information with the guidelines for anesthesia, surgery, radiology, laboratory and medicine services. Complete this introductory program at your own pace. Materials: 2007 CPT Book
Introduction to ICD-9-CM Coding	$150	$250	5670	This introductory program is designed for physicians, new coders and medical office personnel needing a basic understanding of diagnosis coding. Introduction to ICD-9-CM Coding will stress the importance of the conventions and instructional data of the ICD-9-CM system, and will introduce the most up-to-date coding guidelines necessary to use the system correctly. Our expert instructor will guide you through a series for exercises, stressing the fundamentals. Complete this introductory program at your own pace. Materials: 2007 ICD-9-CM Book
Medical Terminology	$150	$250	5671	Emphasizing terms commonly used for insurance claims and coding, this workshop will introduce basic medical terminology. Our instructor will guide you through a series of exercises, focusing on basic word structure and terms related to diseases of the various body systems. Complete this webcast at your own pace.
Anatomy & Physiology	$150	$250	5672	Understanding body structure and function is necessary for accurate CPT and ICD-9-CM coding, medical chart entries and claim filing. You will become familiar with the basics of body structure and function, including both normal and pathological conditions. Our knowledgeable instructor uses a series of exercises to help you expand your knowledge of medical terminology, various laboratory tests and clinical procedures. Complete this webcast program at your own pace.