Start your healthcare career from home! Our 100% online Medical Coding course provided by Texas State Continuing Education offers expert-led training and flexible online access to prepare you for success in a surging industry.
Medical Coding
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 from Texas State Continuing Education 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.
Become a Medical Coder
Enroll anytime in our flexible online course, priced at $1,500, and gain real-world coding experience. Perfect for beginners and professionals alike, this program prepares you for CPC certification. Register now and take the first step toward your new career!
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-10CM Expert 2025: Features the complete ICD-10CM 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.
Course Modules
The following are the course modules for Medical Coding
ICD-10CM
- Introduction
- Anatomy Review
- Coding Guidelines
- Code Symbols and Conventions
- Selection of Principal Diagnosis
- Neoplasms
- External Causes of Injury and/or Mobility
- Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
- Health Status and Contact with Health Services
CPT
(Current Procedural Terminology)
- Introduction
- Using the CPT Manual
- Code Categories
- Medicine
- Anesthesia
- Surgery
- Radiology
- Laboratory and Pathology
HCPCS
(Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System)
- Introduction
- Coding Guidelines and Modifiers
- Coding Errors
- Billing and Reimbursement
- Navigate Crosswalks Between Coding and Systems
FAQs About the CPC Exam
Curious about the CPC exam with AAPC and how it can advance your career in medical coding? Explore frequently asked questions to get all the details you need.
2024 Median Salary
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Records Specialists earn a competitive median salary of $50,250 per year.
2024 Number of Jobs
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 194,800 Medical Records Specialist jobs in 2024.
Meet Our Subject Matter Expert
Expert in Healthcare Compliance, Coding, and Information Management
Sylvia Alcala
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.