What is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC)?A Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is a professional who reviews medical record documentation to abstract diagnoses and procedures documented by the healthcare provider, who then uses coding manuals (CPT, ICD-10-CM and HCPCS) to translate this information into code numbers.

What characteristics do professional coders possess? While the role of the Professional Coder does vary by organization, an individual that makes a good coder is one that is: Detail Oriented, Critical Thinker, Excellent Communication Skills, Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and loves to Read and conduct extensive Research.

Accreditation: Physician Practice Resources is an approved education provider through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Visit the AAPC’s website: https://www.aapc.com/training/medical-coding-training.aspx

Employment/Salary:  According to the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), the yearly average salary is based on the credentials you hold: one credential is $51,477; two credentials is $57,656; and three or more credentials is $66,659. To see what the annual medical coding salary is for you, click here to calculate your average medical coding salary you’d make, based on your credential, demographic, and job responsibility.

Note: We cannot guarantee that you can work from home upon completion of the program.

Job Placement: We do not offer Job placement services, nor can we guarantee employment, but we will provide a professionally designed resume.

Program Cost:       $2200 per student ($500 deposit is due at the time of registration), we do not participate in the federal financial aid program.

Computer Requirements: Personal Computer (not a tablet, or iPad), High-speed Internet connection and Webcam (optional)

Prerequisites: None, no prior training/knowledge is required.

Program Clock Hours:

• 40 hours (live online sessions with course instructor, 2 hours per week)
• 40 hours (Homework)
• 20 hours (Computerized Chapter exams)
• 200 hours (Coding internship) with Physician Practice Resources, Inc.

Class Hours: Days/Times Per Week: Monday Evenings or Saturday Afternoons

Certificate of Completion Issued:  Yes

Course Description: The student will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main code books: CPT®, ICD-10-CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a career in medical coding for a physician’s office and strongly recommended for anyone who is preparing for AAPC’s CPC certification examination.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the purpose of the CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code books
• Understand and apply the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
• Apply coding conventions when assigning diagnoses and procedure codes
• Identify the information in appendices of the CPT® code book
• Explain the determination of the levels of E/M services
• Code a wide variety of patient services using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
• List the major features of HCPCS Level II codes
• Provide practical application of coding operative reports and evaluation and management services

Course Content:

• The Business of Medicine
• Language of Medicine (Medical Terminology & Anatomy)
• Overview and Application of ICD-10-CM Codes and Guidelines
• Introduction to CPT®, HCPCS Level II, and Modifiers
• Integumentary System
• Musculoskeletal System
• Respiratory System
• Cardiovascular System
• Hemic & Lymphatic Systems, Mediastinum, Diaphragm
• Digestive System
• Urinary System and Male Genital System
• Female Reproductive System and Maternity Care & Delivery
• Endocrine System and Nervous System
• Special Senses (Ocular and Auditory)
• Anesthesia
• Radiology
• Pathology & Laboratory
• Evaluation & Management Services
• Medicine

Methods of Evaluation:

The instructional methods used include reading assignments, practice exercises and other assignments, audio/video lectures, chapter review exams, and a final exam. To receive a certificate of completion, students must successfully complete the course within the allotted time frame of 20 weeks. Successful course completion includes:

• A passing score of 70% or higher on all chapter exams, multiple attempts allowed
• An overall final course score of 70% or higher

No reduced hours in the course or tuition discount for previous education or training will be granted.

Included Textbooks:

• 2020 Medical Coding Training: CPC®; AAPC; AAPC publisher;
• 2020 Medical Coding Training: Practical Application CPC®; AAPC; AAPC publisher
• 2020 CPT® Professional Edition
• 2020 ICD-10-CM code book
• 2020 HCPCS Level II code book

Included Resources:

• AAPC Membership
• AAPC Practice CPC Exam
• AAPC CPC Exam
• Virtual Coding Internship
• Professional Resume

Payment plans available: (Balance due week 10)

• Weekly $ 170
• Bi-weekly $ 340
• Monthly $ 567

Medical Coding Training: CPC® Course Outline

CCS and CCS-P Exam Review Workshop

4801 Southwick Drive, Suite 225 or Live Online 

Matteson, IL 60443

$299 per person

Upcoming Sessions: (Focus of the sessions below are for the 2019 versions of the CCS and CCS-P Exams)

Sunday, October 6, 2019, and Sunday, October 13, 2019 

DAY 1 

DAY 2 

Need more information?

Visit our website @ https://www.ppr-corp.com/seminars/

Contact us via email @ info@ppr-corp.com