Continuing Education Office Medical Coding

Master Medical Coding – 100% Online

Start your healthcare career from home! Our virtual Medical Coding course by Texas State’s Continuing Education Office offers expert-led training and flexible online access to prepare you for success.

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About the Course

Medical coding specialists play a vital role in the healthcare industry, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of patient care documentation. From hospitals to private practices, they assign precise codes—such as CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS—to diagnoses and procedures, enabling proper billing and insurance claims. Our Medical Coding course at the Continuing Education Office at Texas State provides real-life scenarios, equipping you with practical skills to excel in this field. This course prepares the student for the CPC exam given through AAPC.

Courses should be taken in order (not required, but highly recommended). ICD, CPT, HCPS, Review.

While not required, prior courses in Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology are recommended to help build a strong foundation for success.

High Level Objectives for the Courses

  • 1. Understand Coding Systems: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key medical coding systems, including CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS, and their application in accurately documenting medical procedures, diagnoses, and services.
  • 2. Apply Specific Guidelines: Analyze and apply coding guidelines and payer-specific requirements, such as those for Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers, to ensure compliance and accurate billing.
  • 3. Utilize Crosswalks and Mapping: Interpret and crosswalk codes effectively between CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM systems to streamline the medical billing process and ensure accurate data alignment across coding systems.
  • 4. Code for Specialty Areas: Develop expertise in coding for specialty areas such as Radiology, Pathology and Laboratory, Anesthesia, and External Causes of Injury, using appropriate codes and scenarios for practice and mastery.

The Pro Fee Coder Bundle 2025 includes:

AMA CPT® 2025 Professional Edition: Contains the complete CPT® code set, official guidelines, and highlights of all 2025 updates, facilitating accurate and efficient coding.

HCPCS Level II Expert 2025: Provides the full 2025 HCPCS Level II code set, along with quick-reference entries and crosswalks to CPT® codes, essential for billing equipment, supplies, and drugs.

ICD-10-CM Expert 2025: Features the complete ICD-10-CM code set with full descriptors, coding conventions, and notes, aiding in precise diagnosis coding.

To purchase this bundle through AAPC please visit the AAPC website.

Modules For CPT

  • Introduction to the Current Procedural Terminology
  • Using the CPT Manual
  • Code Categories
  • Medicine
  • Anesthesia
  • Surgery
  • Radiology
  • Laboratory and Pathology

Modules For HCPCS

  • Introduction to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
  • Coding Guidelines and Modifiers
  • Coding Errors
  • Billing and Reimbursement
  • Navigate Crosswalks Between Coding Systems

Modules For ICD-10-CM

  • Introduction to the ICD-10CM
  • Anatomy Review
  • Coding Guidelines
  • Code Symbols and Conventions
  • Selection of Principal Diagnosis
  • Neoplasms
  • External Causes of Injury and/or Morbidity
  • Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
  • Health Status and Contact with Health Services

Steps to Become a Certified Medical Coder

How to Achieve Your Medical Coding Goals

Earn Certification

Complete the course and earn your certificate of completion.

Take Exam WITH AAPC

Pass the CPC exam administered by AAPC to become certified.

Start Career

Launch your career by securing a job as a certified medical coder.

$48,780+ 2023 Median Salary

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Records Specialists earn a competitive median salary of $48,780 per year.

191,500+ 2023 Number of Jobs

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 191,500 Medical Records Specialist jobs in 2023.

Meet Our Subject Matter Expert

Expert in Healthcare Compliance, Coding, and Information Management

Sylvia Alcala
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Sylvia Alcala

RHIA, CDIP, CCS, CPC Approved Instructor

Bringing over 30+ years of expertise in medical coding and a wealth of experience as a compliance officer.