Coding: What You Need to Know for Optimal Payment: Getting Paid Using ICD-10 and CPT Coding

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Coding: What You Need to Know for Optimal Payment

Getting Paid Using ICD-10 and CPT Coding

This course covers key information about the two major coding systems, ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), that you need to know in order to code effectively. The course will describe how to select the correct coding so that your claims will not be denied.

Physicians will gain detailed information about how to understand the coding systems and how to code accurately, how to use code modifiers, and how to avoid common coding mistakes. This course covers:

Important elements of Evaluation and Management codes
Types of codes used in particular specialties
The important role of modifiers and how to choose the correct modifier
Keys to using diagnosis coding properly and understanding the role of coding in conveying "medical necessity"

5 CHAPTERS

Why Coding Is so Important: What Does a Claim Do?

A close look at how accurate coding helps physicians get paid appropriately, and why both employed and self-employed physicians must pay attention to coding.

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The Major Coding Systems

Understanding Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) coding systems; where to find the information you'll need for various specialties.

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The World of Modifiers

Correct use of modifiers can make or break your claim in terms of acceptance by the insurer. Learn how to understand and use modifiers appropriately.

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Diagnosis Coding

Diagnosis coding establishes medical necessity and may be the reason for a denial. Learn how to code accurately to obtain proper treatment for your patient.

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Coding Denials

Claims denials due to coding can cost your practice thousands of dollars per year. Learn how to follow up effectively on denied claims.

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AUTHORS

Betsy Nicoletti, MS

Consultant, Springfield, Vermont; founder of Codapedia.com; author, The Field Guide to Physician Coding (2nd edition)

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