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CPC EXAM PREP SELF-STUDY
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CPC exam prep online self-study course is ideal for individual learners who are self-disciplined to complete online programs on their own at their own pace. The program must be completed within eight (8) months. Extensions can be purchased on a month-to-month basis.
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This course is designed for all levels of experience or no experience at all. There are no prerequisites for this course, however, medical terminology and/or anatomy training is recommended but not required.
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Program Highlights:
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Online learning management system (Blackboard) that includes: AAPC MCT curriculum with 21 chapter modules, audio-lectures, end-of-chapter reviews, hands-on coding exercises, illustrations of abstract coding from operative reports, mid-term exam, and final exam
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INCLUDES: AAPC Medical Coding Training Curriculum (MCT): CPC Textbook and Workbook
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INCLUDES: AAPC one-year membership ($145 value). *Course is discounted for current active members
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INCLUDES: Discount on AAPC CPC exam fee. *Paid separately by the student
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INCLUDES: PowerPoints, test-taking tips and techniques, and other handouts
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INCLUDES: *BONUS an online CPC® practice exam with a built-in timer
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Assigned a dedicated certified coder coach with 10 or more years of experience so that students can email questions and/or clarification if needed
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AAPC certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of the program
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Upon completion of the online CPC Exam Prep course, learners are prepared to sit for the CPC® national examination
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CPC online prep course is designed for all levels of experience (no healthcare experience needed)
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NOT INCLUDED: The following current-year coding manuals are required for this course (purchased separately):
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AMA CPT Code Book
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ICD-10-CM Code Book
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HCPCS Level II Book
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Course Description:
The CPC online course is designed to give students the knowledge and skills necessary to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification national exam. Each student will learn principles of medical coding as it relates to the three main coding manuals: CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding and anyone preparing for the AAPC CPC national certification examination.
Course Objectives:
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Learn the correct application of the CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code sets and modifiers
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Identify and learn to use the appendices of the CPT manual
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Understand the levels of Evaluation & Management (E/M) services
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Code a wide range of patient services using CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
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Understand the official ICD-10-CM coding principles and guidelines
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Learn to correctly apply coding conventions and coding guidelines when assigning diagnosis codes
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Learn to assign ICD-10-CM codes to the highest level of specificity
Course Content:
Chapter 01 – The Business of Medicine
Chapter 02 – Anatomy and Terminology
Chapter 03 – Introduction to ICD-10-CM
Chapter 04 – ICD-10-CM Coding Chapters 1-11
Chapter 05 – ICD-10-CM Coding Chapters 12-21
Chapter 06 – Introduction to CPT®, Surgery Guidelines, HCPCS, and Modifiers
Chapter 07 – Integumentary System
Chapter 08 – Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 09 – Respiratory, Hemic, Lymphatic, Mediastinum, Diaphragm
Chapter 10 – Cardiovascular System
Chapter 11 – Digestive System
Chapter 12 – Urinary System and Male Genital System
Chapter 13 – Reproductive Systems, Female Genital System, and Maternity
Chapter 14 – Endocrine System and Nervous System
Chapter 15 – Eye and Ocular Adnexa, Auditory Systems
Chapter 16 – Anesthesia
Chapter 17 – Radiology
Chapter 18 – Pathology/Laboratory
Chapter 19 – Evaluation and Management
Chapter 20 – Medicine
Chapter 21 – What Lies Ahead
Final Exam
