The Advanced Hospital Coding (AHC) and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Prep course provides the strategic edge you need to bridge knowledge gaps in your current hospital role or successfully transition from a physician's office to a complex inpatient setting. By transforming your foundational knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy into advanced, facility-specific mastery, you can navigate the intricate reimbursement models and data quality standards unique to large-scale healthcare systems.
In this CCS certification training, you will dive deep into advanced ICD-10-PCS and DRG assignments, ensuring you meet the high standards of accuracy required by top-tier employers. New PCS mastery assignments and a high-level, condensed review of ICD-10-CM help reinforce technical proficiency and accelerate readiness for complex inpatient coding scenarios. All curriculum content has been fully realigned with current Certified Coding Specialist certification exam domains and supported by PRG-aligned quizzes and reviews to mirror the expectations of experienced coders.
The program delivers a modernized learning experience through refreshed graphics, interactive lesson activities, and a high-definition instructional video designed to elevate engagement and comprehension. Access to Codify Complete, powered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), will give you hands-on experience with an industry-standard encoder directly inside the learning platform. A soft-skills video series also helps strengthen communication, professionalism, and workplace readiness. A full-length AHC mock exam is included to build your confidence, acclimate you to CCS testing style, and measure exam preparedness. You will also be supported by "Vanessa," an AI AHC mentor who provides real-time guidance, instant clarification, and on-demand coding support throughout the course.
Upon completion of this CCS training, you will receive a voucher for the American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) CCS exam, providing a direct pathway to the gold-standard certification needed to secure advanced positions and maximize your marketability in the global healthcare market.
Instructor(s):Carline Dalgleish
Carline Dalgleish has worked in medical office administration for over 30 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, a master's degree in Leadership, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in Health Information Management. She is a Registered Health Information Administrator and an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. Dalgleish is the author of an ICD-10 coding system and also owns her own consulting firm.
Bunny Reeves
Bunny Reeves is the senior ambulatory surgery coder at the Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She trains student coders at Maimonides Medical Center and previously trained and supervised entry-level coders at Staten Island's St. Vincent Medical Center. Reeves is a Certified Coding Specialist, accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 12 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The following eBooks will be provided to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- Coding and Reimbursement for Hospital Inpatient Services (1yr access to eBook)
You''ll receive an email with the access code and instructions for downloading your electronic textbook.
- Professional Review Guide Online for the CCS/CCS-P Examination (1yr digital access)
Students Responsibility:
The following materials are required for the Advanced Hospital Coding & CCS Prep Course. Before purchasing, please check the AHIMA website for the Allowable Code Books List for the CCS certification examination. You will need the current year''s version of:
- Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) (not included)
- Healthcare Professional Coding System (HCPCS) Level II (not included)
- ICD-10-CM (not included)
- ICD-10-PCS (not included)
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Lesson 1
- Hospital Structure, Billing, and Insurance
- Introduction
- Hospital Structure and Organization
- Revenue and Reimbursement
- Payment Methods
- Cost Controls
- Healthcare Payers
- UB-04 and CMS-1500 Claim Forms
- Ethics and HIPAA Administrative Simplification
- Introduction
- Ethics
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules
- Electronic Data Interchange
- HIPAA Safeguards
- Fraud and Abuse
- Inpatient Acute Care Diagnosis Coding
- Introduction
- Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS)
- Medical Record Documentation
- Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- ICD-10-CM Layout and Navigation
- ICD-10-CM Guidelines
- Diagnostic Coding Steps
- Regulatory Guidelines and Reporting Requirements for Inpatient Care
- Introduction
- ICD-10-CM Chapter-Specific Guidelines
- Principal and Additional Diagnoses
- Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs)
- Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS)
- Complications and Comorbidities (MCC and CC)
- Present on Admission (POA) and Hospital-Acquired Conditions (HAC)
- Reporting Requirements and Physician Queries
- ICD-10-PCS Inpatient Procedure Coding
- Introduction
- ICD-10-PCS Organization and Structure
- ICD-10-PCS Root Operations
- ICD-10-PCS Guidelines
- ICD-10-PCS Sections
- Outpatient Coding: CPT and HCPCS Level II
- Introduction
- Outpatient Reimbursement Systems
- Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS)
- Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs)
- Outpatient Code Editor (OCE)
- National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
- CPT Code Categories
- Evaluation and Management (E/M) Codes
- Anesthesiology, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology/Laboratory, and Medicine Sections
- CPT Appendices
- Modifiers
- HCPCS Level II
- Data Quality, Compliance, and Auditing
- Introduction
- Data Quality
- Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
- Coding Compliance
- Internal and External Coding Audits
- Career Roadmap
- Introduction
- Succeeding in a Gig Economy
- Your Skills and Qualifications
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Using Email and Social Media
- Connecting with Others
- The Interview
- Salary Negotiation
- CCS Exam Preparation
- Introduction
- Exam Eligibility
- The CCS Exam
- Coding Review Resources
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