OVERVIEW

Practice Management Institute (PMI) Basics: Introduction to ICD-10-CM Coding is organized by Practice Management Institute (PMI) and will be held on Sep 17, 2024.

Description:
This course provides basic level instruction in diagnostic coding for the medical practice or outpatient setting. Medical coders abstract details from the healthcare providers' reports to select or validate the proper ICD-10-CM code(s). Participants will learn to find the condition in the alphabetic index and verify the code in the Tabular list. Coding conventions, general guidelines and chapter specific guidelines will be introduced and clarified.

Gain insight into why it is important to code the highest degree of specificity. Learn to pay close attention to all coding instructions and understand the coding system's format and structure. Grasp how to use the place holder 'X' or the 7th character when appropriate. Identify and comprehend terms like sequela, laterality, includes/excludes, etiology, code first, code additional, see also, and unspecified code. Course includes instructional companion manual and access to faculty to address specific questions. Participants are encouraged to turn on their webcams and fully engage with the instructor and their peers in this highly interactive program.

Program Highlights:
• Overview of the diagnostic coding process
• Understand the coder's role and responsibility
• Learn proper use of the ICD-10-CM coding book
• Review code examples
• Hands on practice utilizing your code set manual