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