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HCC Basics
$1,000.00
OS2U’s Documentation Improvement Practicum, is a 10-week online course designed to prepare certified coders on philosophy and concepts of risk adjustment documentation improvement principals, methodology and resources. Students meet with our instructors twice a week to discuss the principles of the most common and complex HCC’s, E&M, and surgical procedures utilizing redacted charts with HIPAA compliance. Students in this course will code over 250 redacted charts with unique error trend analysis to improve quality and production.
Objectives of the practicum are:
Expertise in reviewing medical documentation for accuracy
The ability to identify and communicate documentation deficiencies to providers to improve documentation for accurate risk adjustment coding
A sound knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations, including compliance and reimbursement. This allows for a clear understanding of the impact of coding on payment models.
A thorough understanding of anatomy, pathophysiology, and medical terminology necessary to correctly code using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
OS2U’s Documentation Improvement Practicum, is a 10-week online course designed to prepare certified coders on philosophy and concepts of risk adjustment documentation improvement principals, methodology and resources. Students meet with our instructors twice a week to discuss the principles of the most common and complex HCC’s, E&M, and surgical procedures utilizing redacted charts with HIPAA compliance. Students in this course will code over 250 redacted charts with unique error trend analysis to improve quality and production.
Objectives of the practicum are:
Expertise in reviewing medical documentation for accuracy
The ability to identify and communicate documentation deficiencies to providers to improve documentation for accurate risk adjustment coding
A sound knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations, including compliance and reimbursement. This allows for a clear understanding of the impact of coding on payment models.
A thorough understanding of anatomy, pathophysiology, and medical terminology necessary to correctly code using CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
Supplies Needed for Course:
ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS manuals
Fast and reliable internet
Desktop computer w/ dual monitors
Pre-requisites for course: Must be a certified or registered coder with AAPC or AHIMA
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Prices varies depending on the course – we suggest that new coders start with the CRC course as a “foot in the door” certification and is one of the shortest courses between beginning and certification eligibility.
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For onsite courses, a down payment of $1,500.00 followed by payment installments per course phase.
Payment plans are not available for A La Carte Courses (Preseason Training and Bootcamps)
We generally use PayPal, however we do accept checks and cash.
OS2U Training and Development Center has a Certificate of Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).
Our TWC school number is S4990
The school’s programs are approved by TWC.
If students have concerns about this school or any of its educational programs please let us know by following the grievance process outlined in the school’s catalog. TWC schools are responsible for ensuring and documenting that all students have received a copy of the school’s grievance procedures and for describing these procedures in the school’s published catalog.
Students dissatisfied with this school’s response to their complaint or who are not able to file a complaint with the school, can file a formal complaint with TWC, as well as with other relevant agencies or accreditors, if applicable. Information on filing a complaint with TWC can be found on TWC’s website at: www.texasworkforce.org/careerschoolstudents.
Texas Workforce Commission Career Schools and Colleges
Room 226T 101 East 15th St.
Austin, Texas 78778-0001
Phone: 512-936-3100
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Risk Adjustment and Outpatient Coding Courses are only available onsite.
Preseason Training and Bootcamps are based online. If the student is local and would like to pick up their books to eliminate shipping fee’s that is an available option.
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We recommend a desktop with 2 monitors. It is not required to take the course, but will be needed if you plan to work from home as a coder at some point.
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Jobs for new coders can be hard to come by, but it is possible. OS2U will make every effort to make resources available to the coder to be successful. Likewise, by having the practicum as part of their course, the student gains 2 courses of coding experience.
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By graduating magna cum lade, (95% average or higher), the student may position themselves for potential seasonal contract with our sister company, OS2 Healthcare Solutions.
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All students are given an introduction to an instructor that they may message at any time as needed.
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Depending on the course the student choose, the length may vary from 1-9 months.
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The course seat reserved in Moodle, course books, AAPC student membership, AAPC exam fee, AHIMA Virtual lab, and administrative fees.
Courses prices can be modified for those already holding an AAPC membership and any required books.
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