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Call 706-737-1636 for information and to register Medical Coding Specialist ASU CE offers a medical coding specialist curriculum online through our partnership with Trident Technical College. This online program is a stand-alone curriculum and is not the same as our campus program. If you need more information about this, please contact the Program Coordinator. A coding specialist reviews and analyzes health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for distinct patient encounters. The coding specialist is responsible for translating diagnostic and procedural phrases used by health care providers into coded form. This coded information is used for medical reimbursement purposes. The curriculum is approved by American Health Information Management Association. To enroll, you must be a high school graduate or possess a high school equivalency diploma (GED). The complete course sequence of 13 courses, including an online internship, begins each January, May and August. Although the curriculum is designed for the student to take two courses concurrently, a student may take one course at a time. Taking one course at time will delay completion of the curriculum in 3 semesters. To begin the online Medical Coding curriculum requires a phone orientation (706-737-1636) with the Program Coordinator at ASUCE for Medical Coding and Billing. Register for your first on line medical coding course by calling our registration office or mailing a check or coming in person to our offices in Galloway Hall. After you begin the program, we will continue to guide you through course selection to keep you on track and you will be able to register online at a special registration page. All internet-based courses have specific objectives for learning and instructors are available to ask questions when a topic is unclear. Students ask instructors the questions via e-mail, chat room sessions and bulletin board discussions. Each online course has a start and end date, and each instructor sets specific deadlines for assignments, quizzes, midterm and final exams. NOTE: Microsoft WebTV® users may not be able to access certain features of an online course. WebTV® has NOT been tested extensively for compatibility with TTC online courses. It is not recommended for use with TTC online courses.
The entire Coding Specialist Program is available online. Each course is priced individually. All coding online courses require textbooks. Textbooks can be purchased through MBS Direct at www.mbsdirect.net or 1-800-352-3252. Registration for online courses ends five days prior to the start of courses. **Keyboarding and Microsoft Word knowledge is strongly recommended. Students will be given Online access instructions upon registering for class.
Coding Specialist The coding specialist reviews and
analyzes health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for
distinct patient encounters. The coding specialist is responsible for
translating diagnostic and procedural phrases used by health care providers
into coded form. The coded information that is a product of the coding
process is then used for medical reimbursement purposes. The greater the
expertise of the coder equals a greater reimbursement to the employer.
The coding specialist curriculum is
approved by the American Health Information Management Association. To
enroll, you must be a high school graduate or possess a high school
equivalency diploma (GED). Onsite internships are available in the
Charleston, South Carolina area. An online internship is available for
distance students. The internship consists of 90 hours of
clinical/online experience. Those students currently working in coding or
medical billing field may substitute work hours for a portion of their
internship. A verification letter is required. Courses should be taken in the
order listed below. Coding curriculum can be completed in three terms by
taking no more than two courses at a time (if courses are taken in the
following recommended sequence): Courses are listed in recommended
order: Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
The entire Coding Specialist Program is available online. Each course is priced individually. All coding online courses require
textbooks. Textbooks can be purchased through MBS Direct at
www.mbsdirect.net
or1-800-352-3252. Registration for online courses ends five days prior to
the start of courses. Keyboarding and Microsoft Word
knowledge is strongly recommended. FALL 2009 MEDICAL CODING COURSES ONLINE Coding Specialist The coding specialist reviews and
analyzes health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for
distinct patient encounters. The coding specialist is responsible for
translating diagnostic and procedural phrases used by health care providers
into coded form. The coded information that is a product of the coding
process is then used for medical reimbursement purposes. The greater the
expertise of the coder equals a greater reimbursement to the employer.
The coding specialist curriculum is
approved by the American Health Information Management Association. To
enroll, you must be a high school graduate or possess a high school
equivalency diploma (GED). Onsite internships are available in the
Charleston, South Carolina area. An online internship is available for
distance students. The internship consists of 90 hours of
clinical/online experience. Those students currently working in coding or
medical billing field may substitute work hours for a portion of their
internship. A verification letter is required. Courses should be taken in the
order listed below. Coding curriculum can be completed in three terms by
taking no more than two courses at a time (if courses are taken in the
following recommended sequence): Courses are listed in recommended
order: Term 1 Introduction to Online Learning Medical Terminology Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Pharmacology Human Diseases Term 2 Understanding Health Insurance Health Care Data Content and Structure ICD-9 CM Coding Part I ICD-9 CM Coding Part II Term 3 CPT-4 Coding Part I CPT-4 Coding Part II Computer Essentials for Health Care Workers Medical Coding Internship The entire Coding Specialist Program is available online. Each course is priced individually. All coding online courses require
textbooks. Textbooks can be purchased through MBS Direct at
www.mbsdirect.net
or1-800-352-3252. Registration for online courses ends five days prior to
the start of courses. Keyboarding and Microsoft Word
knowledge is strongly recommended. Online Access Instructions: One the day the course begins, go
to:
http://cecourses.tridenttech.
2) Follow the directions
Introduction to Continuing Education Online Learning This course provides an introduction to software applications necessary to participate in Continuing Education online health care programs. Other applications reviewed are Microsoft Outlook and searching the net. This course is a prerequisite to all online courses. No Book Required. XPHH 568-509 9/11-26 $ 40 I XPHH 568-510
10/16-30 XPHH 568-511
11/9-23 XPHH 568-511
12/1-15 Medical Terminology This course helps students master the medical vocabulary and terms used in allied health, nursing and medical careers. It covers word parts, root words, general application, abbreviations, medical terminology and body systems. It benefits all those in the health care and paramedical fields. Books not included XPHH 504-505 9/2-10/18 $159 I XPHH 504-506
10/1-11/15 $159
I Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology This course covers basic anatomy and physiology and is an introduction to all human body systems and their functions. It is perfect for the student entering an entry-level health care occupation where interpretation and understanding of the human body is necessary to be successful. Books not included XPHA 537-505 9/3-10/18 $185 I XPHA 537-506
10/1-11/15 $185 Pharmacology This course is an overview of pharmacology and how it is used to treat different disease states. If you need a general understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of disease using the numerous types of medical drugs on the market today, this course is for you. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. Books not includedXPHA 538-503
11/6-12/17 $185
I Human Diseases This pathophysiology course introduces important concepts related to human diseases. The most common diseases and disorders of each body system are presented with a review of anatomy and physiology pertinent to the content. Case-specific studies allow you to apply approach and knowledge gained through your studies. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology and Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. Books not included XPHA 539-503
11/6-12/17 $168
I Understanding Health Insurance This course describes the organization, financing and delivery of health care services. Emphasis is placed on organization and activities of all health care facilities. Medical record management and the organization of the medical office are also covered. Emphasis is placed on medical reimbursement from the billing process to the collection of the bill. Participating and nonparticipating providers and filing for Medicare are also covered. Books not included XPHH 546-503
9/18-11/18 $295
I Health Care Data Content and Structure This course introduces generic components of medical record content, use and structure of health care data, and how it relates to primary and secondary records systems. Legal and ethical issues applicable to health information are also covered. Books not included XPHH 503-503
9/4-10/6 $168 I ICD-9 CM Coding Part I This course covers the history, uses and format of the diagnostic coding system used by physician offices around the world to track diseases. It includes practice to assign straightforward coding scenarios. Prerequisite: Term 1 of Coding Specialist Program. Note: This course may be taken as a single continuing education course for professionals in the billing or coding field as an update on the latest rules and guidelines. Books not included XPHH 510-503
10/7- 11/10 $168
I ICD-9 CM Coding Part II This course is a follow-up to the ICD-9 CM Coding Part I course and covers more complex coding situations and scenarios. Prerequisite: Term 1 of Coding Specialist Program and ICD-9 CM Coding Part I. Note: This course may be taken as a single continuing education course for professionals in the billing or coding field as an update on the latest rules and guidelines. Books not included XPHH 511-503
11/12- 12/18
$168 I CPT-4 Coding Part I This course introduces the history, application and format of the uniform language to accurately describe medical, surgical and diagnostic services as set forth by the American Medical Association. It includes practice to assign very basic valid procedural codes. Prerequisites: Term 1 and 2 of the Coding Specialist Program. Note: This course may be taken as a single continuing education course for professionals in the billing or coding field as an update on the latest rules and guidelines. Books not included XPHH 501-503
8/31-10/13
$168 I CPT-4 Coding, Part II This is a continuation of CPT-4 Part I utilizing higher level, more complex examples, case studies, records and scenarios of CPT-4 coding. Emphasis is placed on practice to assign valid procedure codes. Prerequisite: Term I, and Term 2 of the Coding Specialist Program and CPT-4 Part1. NOTE: This course may be taken as a single continuing education course for professionals in the billing or coding field to update them on the latest rules and guidelines. Books not included XPHH 503- 10/15-11/22 $168 I Computer Essentials for Healthcare WorkersThis course covers the basic knowledge all healthcare workers should know regarding computers. Topics include software, hardware, data, people, and procedures. The course will also look at how the changing world of technology influences the decisions we make not only in healthcare but daily life. XPHH 550-503 9/22-10/27 $179 I Medical Coding Internship This internship is for students who have successfully completed all courses in the Coding Specialist curriculum and would like to apply what they have learned at TTC in a real-world setting. . Onsite internships are available in the Charleston, South Carolina area. An online internship is available for distance students. Onsite candidates must show proof of medical insurance, completion of a two-step PPD testing, and completion of all courses within the Coding Specialist Program upon registering. Note: Some organizations require proof of additional immunizations. Books not included XPHH 506-505 11/10-2/1 $225 I XPHH 506-506
11/10-2/1
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