Become a Certified Professional Coder
Become a Certified Outpatient Coder
Ready to take the next step in your medical coding career?
Are you ready to elevate your medical coding career by specializing in outpatient coding? The Certified Outpatient Coder (COC®) credential is the perfect certification for professionals seeking to code for outpatient facilities such as ambulatory surgical centers, hospital outpatient departments, emergency rooms, and diagnostic centers. With the growing demand for outpatient coders, especially as more physicians move to hospital-based groups, now is the ideal time to pursue this certification and expand your expertise in this high-demand area.
At Merit Maxx Healthcare 24/7, we offer comprehensive training for the COC® certification, designed to equip you with the skills necessary to pass the exam and thrive in the outpatient coding field. Our training program covers all essential aspects of outpatient coding, including real-world scenarios and mock exams to ensure your success.
Why Choose COC® Certification?
The demand for outpatient coders has increased significantly as outpatient services grow in popularity. COC® certification is highly valued by employers and provides a competitive edge for coding professionals looking to work in outpatient settings. From coding for ambulatory surgical centers to handling hospital outpatient claims, the COC® credential opens doors to various healthcare sectors.
Benefits of COC® Credential:
Proficiency in Outpatient Coding: Gain expertise in coding for diagnosis, procedures, and services across outpatient settings, including emergency departments, ambulatory surgical centers, and diagnostic centers.
Mastery of CPT Coding Across Specialties: Develop a deep understanding of CPT coding in Evaluation & Management, Anesthesia, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology, and Medicine specialties.
Comprehensive Knowledge of Anatomy and Medical Terminology: Enhance your ability to read and accurately interpret medical records for coding by mastering anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Thorough Understanding of Outpatient Guidelines: Learn outpatient-specific coding guidelines, rules, and regulations, ensuring accurate and compliant code assignment.
ICD-10-CM Expertise: Become proficient in ICD-10-CM coding, applying complex diagnosis codes with confidence and precision.
Understanding Billing, Compliance, and Denials: Gain insight into outpatient billing processes, including CMS 1500 for ambulatory services and UB04 for outpatient services. Learn to handle medical necessity, denials, claim edits, and bundling/unbundling issues.
Modifier Mastery: Apply the correct modifiers to codes in outpatient billing, ensuring compliance with payer regulations and accurate reimbursement.
Career Opportunities with COC® Certification
By earning the COC® credential, you will unlock opportunities to work in various outpatient settings, including:
- Ambulatory Surgical Centers
- Hospital Emergency Departments
- Outpatient Diagnostic Centers
- Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Clinics
- Multi-specialty Outpatient Clinics
The certification equips you with the skills to handle the unique challenges of outpatient coding, ensuring you are prepared for a successful career in this growing sector.
COC Training with Merit Maxx Healthcare 24/7
At Merit Maxx Healthcare 24/7, our COC® training program is designed to deliver top-quality instruction with hands-on experience. Our certified trainers will guide you through every aspect of outpatient coding, from basic principles to advanced coding techniques. We prepare you for the COC® exam with mock tests, real-world coding scenarios, and a comprehensive curriculum that leaves no stone unturned.
Medical Coding Course Curriculum
- Comprehensive review of the anatomy and physiology of each organ system
- In-depth understanding of medical terminology associated with each system
- Interactive learning through scenarios, exercises, quizzes, and assessments
- Overview of ICD-10-CM coding system
- Understanding ICD conventions, general guidelines, and chapter-specific instructions
- Hands-on practice with case scenarios, chapter-based quizzes, and assessments
- Introduction to CPT coding and AMA guidelines
- Detailed exploration of Evaluation & Management, Anesthesia, Radiology, Surgery, Pathology, and Medicine sections
- Explanation of modifiers, Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs), and medical necessity
- Coverage of Category II & III codes
- Extensive practice with case scenarios and specialty-specific exercises, followed by quizzes and assessments
- Introduction to HCPCS coding system and its guidelines
- How to identify codes for supplies and drugs in different sections
- Practical application of coding skills through real-world case studies and scenarios
- Review of medical records and the application of coding guidelines to patient charts
- Extensive practice with exam-style questions and mock tests
- Tips for effective exam preparation and time management strategies
- Guidance on how to approach coding certification exams
- Corporate etiquette and professionalism
- Communication and behavioral skills development
- Career orientation and corporate readiness training
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