Week 16: Coding & Reimbursement -

Day 1:

- Introduction to CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes

- Overview of ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases) coding system

- Discuss how these codes are used in healthcare documentation and billing

Day 2:

- Case-based coding exercises: Practice assigning CPT and ICD-10 codes to sample patient charts

- Group discussion on coding accuracy and common errors

Day 3:

- Insurance terminology introduction

- Explanation of terms like deductible, co-pay, co-insurance, premium, prior authorization

- Begin insurance term matching game

Day 4:

- Continue insurance terminology matching game

- Work in teams to complete coding and insurance practice scenarios

- Review and clarify any misunderstandings

Day 5:

- Quiz on billing and insurance terms

- Feedback and discussion on quiz answers

- Summary review of CPT, ICD-10, and insurance concepts