Cardiovascular Essentials for Coders-Download the course syllabus

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This syllabus outlines a 9-module course on cardiovascular coding essentials. The course is designed for coders, billers, and revenue cycle staff who are new to coding cardiovascular services. The course covers principles of coding using the CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II code books. The course incorporates rules and regulations from government agencies, including CMS, as well as non-government bodies. <br /><br />The course covers various topics, including common cardiovascular terminology and anatomy, diagnosis coding using ICD-10-CM, evaluation and management in cardiovascular coding, non-invasive cardiovascular studies and imaging coding, coronary angiogram and interventional coding, peripheral vascular basics, venous basics, EP studies and ablation coding, and EP device coding for pacemakers and defibrillators.<br /><br />The course methodology includes a 60-minute didactic presentation for each module, followed by a mandatory quiz. Students have a maximum of twelve months to complete the course material. To receive the 13.5 AAPC CEU credits and certificate of completion, students must pass every quiz with a score of 70 percent or above and complete a final course evaluation feedback survey.<br /><br />The course schedule provides a preliminary overview of the topics covered in each module, along with the learning objectives for each topic. The instructors reserve the right to make modifications to the course material as needed.<br /><br />Overall, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to cardiovascular coding principles and guidelines, covering various aspects of coding for cardiovascular services.

Keywords

cardiovascular coding essentials

CPT

ICD-10-CM

HCPCS Level II

government agencies

non-government bodies

diagnosis coding

interventional coding

EP studies

cardiovascular services