MCOD1410 — Procedure Coding (AMA CPT)
MCOD 1410 - Procedure Coding (AMA CPT) MCOD 1410 - Procedure Coding (AMA CPT) 3 Credits This course provides an introduction and study of each chapter of the American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology Codes (CPT). Students learn the importance of accuracy in CPT coding. Direct learning occurs as students code medical cases throughout the semester. Current regulations and established AMA guidelines in code assignments are taught in this course. Students learn to use HCPCS Level II codes and modifiers. The class provides a solid foundation in CPT procedural coding Major Content Areas HCPCS II coding AMA guidelines and chapter specific information Coding exercises in a simulated electronic medical record AMA CPT codes for all chapters of CPT, including modifiers, new technology and quality reporting codes Documentation requirements for notes and surgical records AMA formatting of CPT codes including use of indentation and symbols Learning