AMA 206 Medical Billing & Coding Sims

Students engage in a variety of activities that allow them to interact with medical billing and coding simulations. Case studies will allow students access to real-life scenarios they will encounter as medical billing and coding professionals. This course will be one of several that will summarize the test standards and information in order for students to pass the National HealthCareer Medical Billing and Coding Certification examination.

Credits

4

Distribution

Career Training

Outcomes

1. Summarize the test standards and information in order to pass the National HealthCareer Medical Billing & Coding Certification Examination.
2. Apply Procedures for transmitting claims to third-party payers.
3. Abstract the medical documentation by applying knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
4. Verify consent forms are signed and contain all relevant information before the servicesw are rendered.
5. Identify how and where to access insurance verification information.
6. Identify the correct code to the highest level of specificity using appropriate ICD, CPT and modifiers, and HCPCS codes.