ICD-10-CM Medical Coding

Healthcare in the United States 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. As healthcare continues to expand, all medical coders' skills and expertise will be in high demand for many years to come.

This program provides students with the skills necessary to operate successfully in a variety of medical environments. ICD-10-CM coding allows reporting of medical diagnoses. Coding the patient's medical diagnosis or reason for seeking treatment is the first step in reporting the provider's procedures. After obtaining the necessary training in coding procedures using ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS, and obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2 years), learners who complete this program could be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; and/or other National Certification Exams

Program Objectives

After completing this program, learners will be able to:

• Distinguish between ICD-9-CM coding and ICD-10-CM coding
• Discuss the challenges and benefits of the ICD-10-CM Coding System
• Explain the ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for determining the first-listed diagnosis
• Follow ICD-10-CM coding guidelines to code diseases, disorders, and undiagnosed conditions
• Explain the ICD-10-CM organization and general coding procedures