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Dec 10, 2024
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BSTEC 218 - Medical Coding 2 - CPT
5.0 Credits Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS code assignment for procedure and evaluation and management (E/M) codes; current coding regulations, established guidelines, and validation of coding accuracy using clinical health data are emphasized. Prerequisite BSTEC 118. Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs) Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the purpose of CPT II and III, HCPCS Level II, and modifier codes.
- Identify and describe the format, sections, symbols, definitions, and coding methodologies of CPT and HCPCS coding manuals.
- Identify, analyze, and apply current code assignment conventions and guidelines to outpatient and physician-based sections of CPT II and III and HCPCS II.
- Demonstrate the correct steps of code assignment using the separate sections of CPT and HCPCS coding manuals.
- Analyze clinical health record case studies and correctly assign CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes for physician- and outpatient-based procedures, services, supplies, and durable medical equipment (DME).
- Identify and apply key documentation components in the classification and code assignment for Medicine, Emergency and Management (E/M), and Surgical services.
- Audit clinical documentation and coding accuracy and resolve discrepancies between coded data and supporting documentation.
- Identify, describe, and use standard medical coding reference materials.
- Identify and apply health information confidentiality and privacy policies and procedures.
- Describe and discuss the use and application of automated coding software systems.
- Identify and evaluate the importance of industry-specific professional associations and associated medical coding certifications.
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