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Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep (Voucher Included)

This course will improve your diagnostic and procedural coding skills and increase your knowledge of clinical documentation, reimbursement in inpatient and outpatient settings, and data quality management. You will also be prepared to sit for the official certification exam to become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

$1,895.00 (USD)

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                                100 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES104
                            
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                                6 Months
                            
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Overview

Facility coding (hospital coding) is one of the best-paying sectors of the coding profession. If you're already performing some aspect of facility coding, the Advanced Hospital Coding (AHC) course will fill in the gaps, making you a more marketable employee. If you're currently working in a physician's office or other ambulatory care setting, this course will give you the edge you need to advance in the workplace.

Hospital coding is rarely an entry-level position, and most hospital coders are required to be certified. AHC covers advanced, hospital-specific coding and billing procedures and is designed to help you meet the challenge of today's changing standards. This course utilizes your existing knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare sciences. Upon completion, you will receive a voucher to take the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) exam. Certification exams offered AHIMA only offers in-person exams in both the US and Globally.

Please note: We would like to inform you that AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) has recently undergone a system transition to the new MYAHIMA Hub. This transition has had an impact on our ability to provide vouchers to you for membership and certification exams. We understand the importance of these vouchers in supporting your educational journey and career advancement. Please be assured that AHIMA is actively prioritizing the resolution of this issue. They are working diligently to address the technical challenges associated with the system transition. We are in close communication with AHIMA and will promptly fulfill all exam voucher requests as soon as AHIMA has implemented a solution. Our team is committed to providing you with the support and resources you need to succeed in your membership and certification exam endeavors. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience during this time of transition. We will continue to provide updates as we receive them from AHIMA. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to assist you.

Objective

Outline

Hospital Structure, Billing, and Insurance
1. Introduction
2. Hospital Structure and Organization
3. Revenue and Reimbursement
4. Payment Methods
5. Cost Controls
6. Healthcare Payers
7. UB-04 and CMS-1500 Claim Forms
Ethics and HIPAA Administrative Simplification
1. Introduction
2. Ethics
3. HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules
4. Electronic Data Interchange
5. HIPAA Safeguards
6. Fraud and Abuse
Inpatient Acute Care Diagnosis Coding
1. Introduction
2. Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS)
3. Medical Record Documentation
4. Electronic Health Record (EHR)
5. ICD-10-CM Layout and Navigation
6. ICD-10-CM Guidelines
7. Diagnostic Coding Steps
Regulatory Guidelines and Reporting Requirements for Inpatient Care
1. Introduction
2. ICD-10-CM Chapter-Specific Guidelines
3. Principal and Additional Diagnoses
4. Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs)
5. Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS)
6. Complications and Comorbidities (MCC and CC)
7. Present on Admission (POA) and Hospital-Acquired Conditions (HAC)
8. Reporting Requirements and Physician Queries
ICD-10-PCS Inpatient Procedure Coding
1. Introduction
2. ICD-10-PCS Organization and Structure
3. ICD-10-PCS Root Operations
4. ICD-10-PCS Guidelines
5. ICD-10-PCS Sections
Outpatient Coding: CPT and HCPCS Level II
1. Introduction
2. Outpatient Reimbursement Systems
3. Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS)
4. Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs)
5. Outpatient Code Editor (OCE)
6. National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
7. CPT Code Categories
8. Evaluation and Management (E/M) Codes
9. Anesthesiology, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology/Laboratory, and Medicine Sections
10. CPT Appendices
11. Modifiers
12. HCPCS Level II
Data Quality, Compliance, and Auditing
1. Introduction
2. Data Quality
3. Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
4. Coding Compliance
5. Internal and External Coding Audits
Career Roadmap
1. Introduction
2. Succeeding in a Gig Economy
3. Your Skills and Qualifications
4. Resume and Cover Letter
5. Using Email and Social Media
6. Connecting with Others
7. The Interview
8. Salary Negotiation
CCS Exam Preparation
1. Introduction
2. Exam Eligibility
3. The CCS Exam
4. Coding Review Resources

Requirements

Prerequisites

Prerequisites:

This is not an entry-level course. Before taking this course, you should have previous coding experience or education and have completed either the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant with Medical Billing and Coding course or the Medical Billing and Coding course.

Although it is not required, CCS exam candidates are recommended to meet one of the following qualifications:

By Credential: RHIA®, RHIT®, or CCS-P® OR
By Education with Experience: The following courses MUST be completed; anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic/procedural, and CPT/HCPCS coding plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR
By Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of related coding experience directly applying codes; OR
By Credential with Experience: CCA® plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR
Other Coding credential from other certifying organization plus one (1) year coding experience directly applying codes.

If you do not qualify for the CCS exam, you may still be eligible for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA®) an entry-level certification exam offered by AHIMA or the American Association of Professional Coders Apprentice level certification, the Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC™). This course will prepare you for those certifications as well, and you'll find more information about them in the Certification Prep lesson at the end of the course. Certification exams offered by AAPC and NHA are only available online to candidates located in the US. AHIMA only offers in-person exams in both the US and Globally.

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Does this course prepare for National Certification?

Yes, the Advanced Hospital Coding course prepares students to sit for the Certified Coding Specialist exam offered by AHIMA.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available via LIVE chat. You can also call us at 1-877-221-5151 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please send us a question using the "Contact Us" form.

Reviews

As a bilingual I really enjoy everything about this course... The teacher responded very promptly whenever I sent her a question; this is a great opportunity for anyone who would love to achieve a better future for tomorrow- E.H., DePaul University

My facilitator's responses were always quick when I had a question. Bunny is very knowledgeable.- M.S., Excelsior College

My facilitator was always easy to contact and always answered questions quickly. I thought the course was very well organized, especially for a course that contains so many smaller areas within a broader-based field of content. This course had to be difficult to set up and have the information flow as smoothly as it did. It was very well set up in my opinion. This contributed greatly to my ability to learn and relate the various types of information so that I could complete assignments and tests. I had an excellent learning experience. This is exactly the type of learning environment that students need. I learn more in a positive learning environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and that sums up my experience with the AHC & CCS Prep course. It was great!- E.B., Middle Tennessee State University

I enjoyed the ability to work at my own pace. The immediate feedback from my facilitator was amazing and the coursework was exceptional. I will be recommending ed2go to everyone. Thank You.- B.V., University of Houston

I liked that it was available to do at my own pace and yet I could reach someone when I had a question. The combination of the online course and the books proved to be an intense learning experience. I am happy that I was able to pass the CCS exam earlier this week and could not have done it without this preparation!- M.H., Madonna University

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Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep (Voucher Included)

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Prerequisites

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