Coding Specialist-Physician-Based (CCS-P )

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AHIMA Certified

Coding Specialist-Physician-Based (CCS-P®)

What is the CCS-P® certification and exam?

The Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-Based (CCS-P®) is a competency-based (knowledge and experience) credential that is designed to validate the skills and knowledge of physician-based coding professionals and demonstrates the mastery of CCS-P responsibilities that support business growth and quality health care.

Who should take the CCS-P® exam?

Professionals specializing in medical coding in physician-based settings such as physician offices, group practices, multi-specialty clinics, or specialty centers who:

Review patient records and assign numeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure

Possess in-depth knowledge of the current procedural terminology (CPT) coding system and familiarity with the ICD10- diagnostic (CM) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II coding systems

Are experts in health information documentation, data integrity, and quality

Play a critical role in a health providers’ business operations, reimbursement, and growth

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· Why take the CCS-P®?

Recognition as knowledgeable and competent in medical coding

Considered a specialist in the health informatics and information management community

Tested competency (knowledge) in medical coding to communicate patients’ health status and conditions to ensure successful claim submissions and for population health management Employment outlook is highly favorable, considering the movement of health services delivery beyond the hospital setting

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Emirates College of Technology, College of Health & Medical Sciences Tel. +971 2 627 7548 . Mobile +971 56 107 0793 . Mobile +971 55 841 6368

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Eligibility Requirements:

Where do I take the exam?

Candidates can only test in their country of residence at an AHIMA authorized location.

What is the CCS-P® Exam Prep Workshop?

This two day, hands-on workshop will be taught by experienced AHIMA trainers and help you to prepare for the certification exam by reviewing the knowledge domains covered in the exam.

CCS-P® Exam Preparation Workshop

AHIMA member - 799$ USD*

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Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Current RHIA®, RHIT®, or CCS® credential holder OR

Completion of a coding training program that includes anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic/procedural and CPT coding; OR

Minimum of two years of related coding experience directly applying codes; OR

Current CCA® credential holder and one year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR

Current holder of a coding credential from another certifying organization and one year coding experience directly applying codes.

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AHIMA Certified

Coding Specialist (CCS®)

What is the CCS® certification and exam?

The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS®) is a competency-based (knowledge and experience) credential that is designed to validate the skills and knowledge of coding professionals and demonstrates the mastery of CCS responsibilities that support business growth and quality health care.

Who should take the CCS® exam?

Professionals experienced in coding medical data from patient records, generally in a hospital setting. These coding practitioners:

Review patients’ records and assign numeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure Possess experience in the ICD10- coding system

Are knowledgeable about medical terminology, disease processes, and pharmacology

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· Why take the CCS®?

Recognition as knowledgeable and competent in medical coding

Considered specialists in the health informatics and information management community

Tested competency (knowledge) in medical coding to communicate patients’ health status and conditions to ensure successful claim submissions and for population health management.

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Eligibility Requirements:

Where do I take the exam?

What is the CCS Exam Prep Workshop?

CCS® Exam Preparation Workshop

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Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Current RHIA®, RHIT®, or CCS-P® credential holder OR

Completion of a coding training program that includes anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic/procedural and CPT coding; OR

Minimum of two years of related coding experience directly applying codes; OR

Current CCA® credential holder and one year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR

Current holder of a coding credential from another certifying organization and one year coding experience directly applying codes.

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AHIMA Certified

Coding Associate (CCA®)

What is the CCA® certification and exam?

The CCA® is a competency-based (knowledge and experience) credential that is designed to validate data quality and integrity skills and knowledge of coding professionals and demonstrates the mastery of CCA responsibilities that support business growth and quality health care, across all settings, including both hospitals and physician practices.

Who should take the CCA® exam?

Students looking to enter the coding profession and professionals looking to expand their knowledge and skills in coding inpatient and outpatient records

Why take the CCA®?

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Positioned as a leader in an exciting and growing market

Exhibits a level of commitment, competency, and professional capability that employers desire and seek Demonstrates a commitment to the coding profession

Distinguished from non-credentialed coders and those holding credentials from organizations less demanding of the higher level of expertise required to earn AHIMA certification Recognition as knowledgeable and competent in medical coding

Tested competency (knowledge) in medical coding to communicate patients’ health status and conditions to ensure successful claim submissions and for population health management.

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Eligibility Requirements:

Candidates should meet one of the following eligibility requirements:

Where do I take the exam?

What is the CCA Exam Prep Workshop?

CCA® Exam Preparation Workshop

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High school diploma or international equivalent The following are also recommended:

Six-month coding experience directly applying codes; OR

Completion of an AHIMA-approved coding program; OR

Completion of other coding training program to include anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, Basic ICD diagnostic/procedural and Basic CPT coding

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AHIMA

ICD-10-PCS Coding Basics Training Workshop

This workshop is recommended for coding professionals who want to increase their

knowledge of procedure coding and take the CCS® examination.

AHIMA member - 799$ USD; Non-member 899$- USD

* All participants will receive a free AHIMA membership for one (1) year.

Developed specifically for ICD-10-CM coding professionals who have not had training or experience in using ICD-10-PCS (procedure codes), this course will provide foundational training in ICD10- procedure coding. This course is not an exam preparation course but is recommended for ICD-10-CM coding professionals who wish to become competent in PCS training and ultimately take the AHIMA CCS® examination.

Participants should be experienced in coding and have completed coursework in anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.

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Course Length and Content

This two day course will include:

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A discussion of resources, references, definitions and guidelines for ICD-10-PCS Review ICD-10-PCS root operations - Procedures that take out or eliminate all or a portion of a body part

- Procedures that take out solids/fluids/gases from a body part - Procedures that alter the diameter/route of a tubular body part - Procedures that always involve a device

- Procedures that define other repairs

ICD-10-PCS and Advanced Case Scenarios - Detailed and/or complex cases/scenarios using ICD-10-PCS Procedure Codes