2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Medical Coding: Professional Services, Diploma


Upon completion of a Diploma in Medical Coding: Professional Services, a student will be able to:

Technical Skills

  • Interpret physician documentation and apply appropriate diagnoses and procedural codes.
  • Analyze CMS Audit Tool to determine the appropriate Evaluation and Management code level of service. Utilize 3M Encoder to append appropriate modifiers and verify payable diagnoses.

Problem Solving/Critical Thinking

  • Interpret all Coding concepts and research appropriately and accurately.
  • Identify Coding issues and solve them.
  • Maintain a balance between productivity and quality in their daily assignments.

Professionalism

  • Uphold professional and ethical standards
  • Collaborate with colleagues in a respectful and positive manner

Communication

  • Demonstrate professional written and verbal skills.