Requirements

• There are no requirements or prerequisites necessary to take this course.

Description

Become an expert in medical billing and coding and learn how to translate medical terms into lucrative skills that will set you up for long-term success with Medicare!

In this course, you will learn healthcare's secret language, where each code explains something related to a diagnostic result, a treatment plan, and the medical billing process. You will have the opportunity to use some coding software while learning this language.

Furthermore, through an examination of layers of medical records and medical terminologies, you will discover the key to accurate, efficient, and effective healthcare documentation.

Additionally, you will learn about SNOMED CT and ICD-10 and their purpose. Through these standardized coding systems, you'll be able to identify everything from infectious diseases to metabolic disorders. Finally, discover ways to improve Revenue Cycle Management, discover how healthcare facilities work, and a whole lot more.

This is your golden ticket to a fulfilling and prosperous career in medical billing and coding.

Act now or miss out!

This course comes with the following sections:

1. Introduction to Medical Coding: In this section of our Medical Billing & Coding course, you will learn about medical coding, including its types and roles.

2. Medical Records and Terminologies: As you proceed through the section, you will discover what makes a complete medical record, as well as develop a basic understanding of medical terminologies.

3. Introduction to SNOMED CT: Gain an understanding of the functionality and benefits of SNOMED CT and how it fits into EHR/EMR systems in this section of the medical billing and coding course.

4. Introduction to ICD-10 Coding: In this section, you’ll get an introduction to ICD-10-CM, its purpose, and the rules for its adoption as a very important part of medical coding.

5. General Coding Standards of ICD-10: The purpose of this section is to introduce you to ICD-10-CM, its rules, and coding standards, as well as to the new ICD-10-CM codes, which are critical for accurate medical coding.

6. ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapters 1 to 4): Learn to code infectious diseases, neoplasms, and disorders related to blood and metabolism in this section of our medical billing and coding special course.

7. ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapters 5 to 10): This section of our Medicare special course covers coding for diseases of the eye, ear, nervous system, and more.

8. ICD-10 5th Edition Codes(Chapters 11 to 15): Discover how to code for digestive and genitourinary systems in this section.

9. ICD-10 5th Edition Codes(Chapters 16 to 22): Find out which codes are specialized for perinatal conditions, and injuries throughout the section.

10. Introduction to Medical Billing: Increase your understanding of the business side of healthcare, including medical billing and insurance in this section.

11. Insurance Plans: Gain an understanding of different types of healthcare insurance plans, as well as the concept of risk sharing in this section, which will strengthen your base as a medical billing professional.

12. Billing and Coding Errors: Learn how to avoid common medical billing and coding errors in this section.

13. Medical Billing Software Programs and Systems: Learn how software is used in medical billing and its functionality in this section. This software can help you make the medical billing process more profitable and efficient.

14. Introduction to Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) in Healthcare: Here, discover how healthcare organizations can implement Revenue Cycle Management. Billing and collections are streamlined with RCM, resulting in increased revenue and improved patient care.

15. Pre-Registration and Insurance Verification: Identify the importance of pre-registration and insurance verification in RCM in this section.

16. Medical Coding, Charge Entry, and Claim Submission: Gain an understanding of the RCM steps from medical coding all the way through to claim submission in this section.

17. Accounts Receivable (A/R) and A/R Follow-up: Discover the challenges and best practices in managing Accounts Receivable in the medical billing process..

18. Denial Management and Reporting in RCM: Acquire a thorough understanding of RCM's denial management and reporting in depth in this section.

Who this course is for:

• Those who wish to pursue a career in medical billing and coding.
• In need of experienced medical coders for a position in the medical hematology field.
• Coders with entry-level experience in medical hematology.
• Practice consultants who are unfamiliar with the medical billing and coding process.
• Coders preparing for the transition from ICD-9 CM to ICD-10 CM.
• Anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of their own health records.
• Revenue cycle management professionals will find this course invaluable for expanding their expertise.