Anatomy & Physiology for Coders
Course Description
The Anatomy & Physiology for Coders was written by coders, for coders! This course will prepare you for the anatomy-intensive requirements of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding.
The course includes weekly lesson plans based on one or more chapters from the textbook Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology by Donald Rizzo. Additional bonus content includes disease processes, frequently prescribed drugs, and common laboratory tests.
The 12-week curriculum provides a comprehensive and complete review of the major body systems. Course emphasis will focus on what coders need to know in order to learn and use ICD-10-CM and -PCS. But the benefits start now! Anatomy & Physiology for Coders provides coding professionals with immediate knowledge and increased proficiency in ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding.
Pre-Requisites
The student should have coding experience and/or recent coding education. This education may include completion of a coding certificate program, or having earned an AS or BS degree in Health Information Technology or Health Information Management.
Course Summary
- Material emphasizes what coders need to know for current ICD-9 and CPT coding as well as that needed to learn ICD-10 CM and PCS
- Major body systems and common diseases and disorders are covered, as well as laboratory tests and prescription drugs
- 12 week curriculum, students are allowed 15 weeks to complete the course
- Lesson notes and 1-2 text book chapters per week; 16 chapters of textbook content
- 4 to 8 hours of work required per week; time required will vary depending on student’s knowledge and experience
- 24 x 7 online access
Course Elements
- Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology by Donald Rizzo, text book and supplemental CD
- Multimedia including videos and interactive educational games
- Full-color anatomical drawings to amplify course content
- Test Yourself Quizes and Weekly Assessments assure mastery of material
CEU Credits
To receive CEU credits, you must achieve a grade of 80% or higher on the weekly assessments. As a student, you will have two chances to pass each weekly assessment.
Students taking Anatomy & Physiology for Coders are eligible to receive 24 AHIMA CEUs: This program has been approved for continuing education units (CEUs) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.
Students taking Anatomy & Physiology for Coders are eligible to receive 12 AAPC CEUs: This program has the prior approval of AAPC for 12 continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.
Pricing
Anatomy & Physiology for Coders: $220 plus the cost of textbook.
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