The Curriculum Covers

1. Introduction to Medical Coding
   Overview of healthcare industry and coding profession
   Importance of accurate coding in revenue cycle
   Types of medical coding certifications (CPC, CCA, CCS, etc.)
   Overview of coding systems: ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II
2. Anatomy & Physiology
   Basic medical terminology
   Human body systems and their functions
   Anatomical positions, planes, and directions
   Common diseases and surgical procedures
3. Medical Terminology
   Prefixes, suffixes, root words
   Abbreviations and acronyms
   Vocabulary related to body systems
   Word building and interpreting medical terms
4. ICD-10-CM (Diagnosis Coding)
   Structure and format of ICD-10-CM
   Guidelines for coding diagnoses
   Chapter-specific coding (e.g., infectious diseases, neoplasms, pregnancy, mental health)
   Combination codes, Excludes notes, and sequencing guidelines
5. CPT (Procedure Coding)
   Introduction to CPT and coding structure
   Coding guidelines and conventions
   Evaluation and Management (E/M) services
   Surgery section by body system
   Anesthesia, Radiology, Pathology, and Medicine sections
6. HCPCS Level II
   Structure and use of HCPCS
   Durable Medical Equipment (DME) codes
   Drugs, injections, and supplies
   Medicare and payer-specific use of HCPCS
7. Reimbursement & Compliance
   Overview of healthcare reimbursement systems
   Insurance plans (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurers)
   HIPAA and compliance regulations
   Introduction to claim forms (CMS-1500, UB-04)
   Medical necessity and documentation requirements
8. Coding Guidelines & Ethical Practices
   AAPC/AHIMA coding ethics
   Fraud and abuse in medical billing
   Denials, appeals, and audits
   Confidentiality and professional conduct
9. Practical Coding Scenarios
   Hands-on coding exercises with real-world cases
   Coding from medical records and charts
   Mock exams and practice assessments
   Case studies for outpatient and inpatient scenarios
10. Certification Exam Preparation
    Review of all modules
    Time management strategies
    Practice tests (CPC, CCS, or CCA format)
    Exam registration and logistics