HIT 280 - CPT-4 Coding

1. Explain procedural coding
   1. Define HCPCS
   2. Describe CPT
2. Demonstrate the use of procedural coding systems
   1. Summarize the CPT manual
   2. Review the HCPCS manual
   3. Give examples of appropriate coding scenarios for procedural coding
3. Apply procedure codes according to current guidelines
   1. Identify classification systems for CPT
   2. Define coding terminologies
   3. Identify CPT symbols
4. Assign procedural codes
   1. Assign Evaluation and Management codes
   2. Apply surgical coding guidelines
   3. Explain global procedures
   4. Explain bundled coding
   5. Assign CPT modifiers
5. Evaluate the accuracy of procedural coding
   1. Demonstrate appropriate sequencing of CPT codes
   2. Discuss coding practices for appropriate billing
   3. Abstract procedural codes from medical records
6. Demonstrate ethical coding practices
   1. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements of medical coding
   2. Identify current issues with medical coding rules and regulations
   3. Demonstrate appropriate use of reference materials to facilitate procedural coding