CPC Exam Preparation For Medical Coding Certification
What you'll learn
- You will learn about how the CPC exam pattern will be and also sample question and answer explanation.
- You will learn about the effective methods to pass the CPC exam.
- You will learn about how to answer questions similar to those in the CPC exam.
- You will learn about the CPC exam structure.
Requirements
- Knowledge of CPT code book
- Good Internet Connection
Description
This course helps to prepare the student to take the AAPC's CPC exam and learn many different strategies to choose the correct option. The CPC exam is a test of medical coding proficiency consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions that assess 17 areas of knowledge. Whether you take the exam online or in person, you must complete the CPC exam within 4 hours and answer 70% of the questions correctly to pass. Most questions present a coding scenario to test the proper application of CPT® procedure codes, HCPCS Level II supply codes, and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes-all of which medical providers use to submit claims to payers. The CPC examination consists of 100 multiple-choice questions and tests your knowledge of a broad range of coding-related topics.
Questions based on the CPT® code book include:
•10,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the integumentary system (6 questions)
•20,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the musculoskeletal system (6 questions)
•30,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the respiratory system, cardiovascular system, hemic and lymphatic systems, and the mediastinum and diaphragm (6 questions)
•40,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the digestive system (6 questions)
•50,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the urinary system, male and female reproductive systems (including maternity and delivery), and endocrine system (6 questions)
•60,000 Series CPT®: Surgical procedures performed on the nervous system (6 questions)
•E/M services (6 questions)
•Anesthesia, including time reporting and qualifying circumstances (4 questions)
•Radiology (6 questions)
•Laboratory and pathology (6 questions)
•Medicine (6 questions)
The exam also covers relevant coding topics beyond the CPT® code book, including:
•Medical terminology (4 questions)
•Anatomy (4 questions)
•ICD-10-CM code application, and the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (5 questions)
•HCPCS Level II, including modifiers (3 questions)
•Coding guidelines, including modifier use (7 questions)
•Compliance and regulatory - Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D; place of service (POS) codes; National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits; HIPAA, and other regulations (3 questions).
•Case Studies (10 questions)
Who this course is for:
- This course is for people who are preparing for the CPC exam.
Instructor
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Shivani is an experienced instructor with a background in research and life sciences. Prior to becoming a certified professional coder, Shivani gained 2.5 years of research experience in life science field and completed 2 years of coursework, teaching, and research for a life science degree.
With over 3 years of experience in medical coding and a CPC certification, Shivani brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her instruction. She is highly skilled in medical terminology, anatomy, and coding guidelines and has a keen eye for detail.
Currently freelancing, Shivani is able to apply her expertise to help individuals prepare for the CPC exam or to help medical coders enhance their skills and knowledge. With her in-depth understanding of the field and her teaching experience, Shivangi is able to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner, making her an effective and sought-after instructor.