Medical Billing & Coding (Course Code: TDS NUR44)
Healthcare is a rapidly evolving industry, influenced by the dynamics of our population, the role of our government, the vast array of medical treatments and procedures available, and the increased use of technology. By choosing a career as a medical coder, students have ensured that their skills and expertise will be in high demand for many years to come.
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The Medical Billing & Coding Programme Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the important role of a medical coder in upholding ethical billing practices and in obtaining reimbursement for healthcare services.
- Correctly use the ICD-10-CM for diagnostic coding.
- Correctly use CPT codes for coding medical procedures.
- Apply national and local HCPCS codes and modifiers.
- Explain the purpose and use of the ICD-10-PCS codes.
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Education & Certification
- National Healthcareers Association (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification (The NHA exam can be offered both in groups of students in the classroom or individually at a local PSI testing center https://candidate.psiexams.com.)
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) (Six months of coding work experience is recommended prior to sitting for the exam.) (This exam is offered through Pearson VUE online. See www.AHIMA.org for details.)
- American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification (This exam is offered online or on site through Examity®. See www.aapc.com for more details.)
- National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Medical Billing and Coding (MBCS) Certification (The NWCA exam can be offered both in groups of students in the classroom or individually online at http://www.nwca.org/.)
Curriculum - Fall 2024
SECA1 Distance Education
August 5, 2024 - August 5, 2025 - $1,799
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SECA2 Distance Education
September 2, 2024 - September 2, 2025 - $1,799
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SECA3 Distance Education
October 7, 2024 - September 2, 2025 - $1,799
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SECA4 Distance Education
November 4, 2024 - November 4, 2025 - $1,799
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SECA5 Distance Education
December 2, 2024 - December 2, 2025 - $1,799