Medical Coding and Billing

This five-week course is for people entering or wishing to enter the Medical Billing and Coding field or seeking employment in a physician office environment. In this course, you will become familiar with basic anatomy and physiology of the body, disease processes and diagnosis and interpreting general medical terminology and patient reports for medical coding purposes.

In order to understand how to code, students need to possess a baseline knowledge of medical and surgical procedures in order to make correct coding assignments. Various medical procedures will be discussed and explained, giving you clinical insight which is very helpful in understanding how to make the correct coding assignment.

In tandem with basic anatomy and physiology, you will learn the use of ICD-9 (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT procedure coding. Case studies will include sample medical histories and physical reports and operative/procedure reports, which will give the student typical examples of medical coding scenarios. Examples of office and hospital visits will be discussed in terms of determining the appropriate level of service to report.

The proper use of CPT and ICD-9 coding is the first step to increasing reimbursement and decreasing claim denial. The course will cover the importance of proper coding and the basics of extrapolating the information needed from medical reports. Procedural Coding, Evaluation and Management Coding, HIPPA Guidelines and Medical Billing and Medical Claim Submission will be highlighted, as well as understanding medical denials and the appeals process.

Weekend Classes

5 Saturdays
9:00am–3:30pm (1/2 hour lunch on your own)
February 18 and 25, March 3, 10, and 17
Course Number: ALH180
Section: 002
Tuition: $695 (includes handouts)

Required books available for purchase at the DVC bookstore:

• ICD-9 - CM Professional for Physicians Vol. 1 & 2
• CPT Standard
• Medical Terminology for Health Professions - 5th or 6th edition by Ann Ehrlich and To enroll in this course complete the registration form or call 215-489-4848.Carol Schroeder

To enroll in this course complete the registration form or call 215-489-4848.