About MMI
The Medical Management Institute (MMI) is the online educational leader in medical billing & coding,
management, auditing & ICD-10 training & certification.
With over 25 years experience and an alumni base of nearly 250,000 students, MMI is confident in providing the training & information you need.
With an MMI membership, you gain access to password protected networking groups, exclusive discounts on continuing education, and access to “The Medical Business Journals,” a monthly member e-newsletter.
How to Train Online
Through a secure learning website, MMI is able to provide you with a best-in class training experience complete with pre-recorded videos, practice exams, weekly instructor
support & group discussions with your classmates.
About the Instructor
Ms. Dari Bonner, RMC, CEO of Xact Healthcare Solutions, Inc. has
partnered with MMI to create a brand new, online, interactive medical coding training experience. Ms. Bonner has more than 22 years of healthcare consulting & project management experience, with her areas of expertise in both the public & private sector, hospitals, outpatient service centers and large & small physician practices.
What will be Covered
The Interactive Medical Coding Course will begin with an introduction to the medical coding systems, healthcare delivery and other revenue cycle functions within the healthcare arena before moving on to federal healthcare regulations, audits & compliance in the revenue cycle.Ms. Dari will then dive into the 3 main coding systems (ICD-9-CM, CPT® and HCPCS II) with a special
emphasis on how to use these books in the real world. Upon completion of the course, you will be given access to the online RMC certification exam to become a certified medical coder & member of the Medical
Management Institute.
The training syllabus is detailed on page 2.
About the RMC
The Registered Medical Coder certification exam is administered online through MMI and is authorized by NPEC. The certification is
intended for professional medical coders, specifically those in the physician office/outpatient setting. The renewal process requires an annual update exam & CEU
submission, ensuring that an RMC is and always will be an expert in the ever-changing medical coding field.
Interactive Medical Coding
Course & Certification
Page 1:About MMI
How to Train Online About the Instructor What Will Be Covered About the RMC Page 2: Training Syllabus Training Schedule Page 3: Learning System Training Format
Live Homework Discussion Go-To Webinar Schedule Page 4-7:
Enrollment Documents
Instructor: Dari Bonner, RMC, Chief Training Officer at the Medical Management Institute
2015
Online Medical Coding Training & RMC Certification
for the Physician-Office/Outpatient Setting
Training Syllabus
Chapter 1: Introduction to Medical Coding Systems, Healthcare Delivery & Other Revenue Cycle Functions within the Healthcare Arena Video: 00:40:00 Reading Material Chapter 2: Federal Healthcare Regulations, Audits and Compliance in Revenue CycleVideo: 00:13:30
Reading Material, Practice Questions
Chapter 3: General ICD-9-CM (Diagnosis Coding) Guidelines
Video: 00:37:17
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework
Chapter 4: ICD-9-CM Coding Conventions Video: 00:28:50
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Chapter 5: General CPT (Procedural Coding) Video: 00:30:40
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Chapter 6: CPT Evaluation & Management
Video: 01:19:00
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Chapter 7: CPT Anesthesia Video: 00:18:00
Reading Material, Clinical Videos, Practice Questions & Homework
Chapter 8: CPT Surgery Video: 01:50:00
Reading Material, Clinical Videos, Practice Questions & Homework
Chapter 9: CPT Radiology Video: 00:20:55
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Chapter 10: CPT Laboratory (including Pathology and Cytopathology) Video: 00:17:05
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Chapter 11: CPT Medicine (Diagnostic Procedures Video: 00:20:00
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework
Chapter 12: HCPCS Coding System Video: 00:23:00
Reading Material, Practice Questions & Homework Additional Review:
You will be given access to the pre-recorded videos, practice questions & instructor support for an additional 4 weeks upon completion of the course. RMC Certification Exam You will be given online access to the RMC certification through the learning system.
You will have 2 attempts and 24 hours for each one. Upon passing the exam with at least a 76%, you will officially be certified as a Registered Medical Coder through MMI.
Training Schedule
Week 1: Chapters 1 & 2 Week 2: Chapter 3 Week 3: Chapter 4 Week 4: Chapter 5 Week 5 :Chapter 6 Week 6: Chapter 7 Week 7: Chapter 8 Week 8: Chapter 8 Week 9: Chapter 9 Week 10: Chapter 10 Week 11: Chapter 11 Week 12: Chapter 12Online RMC Exam (2 attempts)
2015
Training Syllabus & Schedule
Learning System
You will be sent a welcome email the week before your start date to create a username and password. This will be coming from “[email protected]”- if you don’t see it, check your spam/junk folder.
Save your login information and bookmark the learning site for future reference. ›› Updated Browser For an optimal learning experience you will need to use an updated browser. If you have any questions about this, visit
www.whatbrowser.org. ›› Pre-Recorded Videos The videos may require time to buffer. We
recommend you pause & allow time for the video to
completely buffer and load before playing.
Once logged into the learning site you will access your courses through the “Learning” tab or the “Courses” tab at the top of the screen. They will also be accessible through the “Calendar” feature.
Through the “Groups” link on the learning site, you will have the opportunity to discuss the coursework with your classmates.
Training Format
The interactive coding course is an online, 12 week training experience.Every Monday, you will be given access to a new course on the learning system consisting of a pre-recorded video, reading material and homework assignment.
It is highly recommended that you complete the course & homework assignment before your weekly “go-to webinar” to discuss any questions you may have.
Live Homework
Discussion
Every week, you will have the opportunity to join your instructor and classmates for a live “go-to webinar” to discuss your weekly homework assignment & general questions. The “go-to webinar” schedule is detailed above.
›› How do I attend?
The live weekly session will be online through a “go-to webinar.” If you have speakers & a microphone on your computer and/or tablet, you can listen and take part in the discussion. If not, you can use your phone by dialing in. You will receive an email from Dari Bonner with detailed instructions the week before your start date. We will use the Week 1 “go-to webinar” to test everything out together. ›› What if I miss it? Each “go-to webinar” will be recorded and archived for your reference. Your attendance is not required, although it is highly
recommended.
2015
Learning System & Discussion
February 2nd March 2nd Feb. 5 / 5:30p ET March. 6 / 7:30p ET Feb. 13 / 6p ET March. 13 / 7:30p ET Feb. 20 / 6p ET March. 20 / 7:30p ET Feb. 27 / 6p ET March. 27 / 7:30p ET March. 6 / 6p ET April 3 / 7:30p ET March. 13 / 6p ET April 10 / 7:30p ET March. 20 / 6p ET April 17 / 7:30p ET March. 27 / 6p ET April 24 / 7:30p ET April 3 / 6p ET May. 1 / 7:30p ET April 10 / 6p ET May. 8 / 7:30p ET April 17 / 6p ET May. 15 / 7:30p ET April 24 / 6p ET May. 22 / 7:30p ET May. 1 / 6p ET May. 29 / 7:30p ET
Start Date Price + ICD-9, CPT®, HCPCS II Books + Medical Terminology February 2nd $1,599 February 2nd $1,599 + $100 (savings: $179) + $200 March 2nd $1,599 March 2nd $1,599
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How to Submit— (pages 4–7)
Fax: 678-669-2483 ATTN: Enrollment OR;
Email: Scan and email to [email protected], Subject: Enrollment OR;
Mail: The Medical Management Institute: 3330 Preston Ridge Rd, Ste 380, Alpharetta, GA 30005
Interactive Medical Coding Course & RMC Certification
Online Training & RMC Certification for the Physician-Office/Outpatient Setting
Enrollment Packet
2015
Pre-Requisite for new professionals Required material
Student Financial Obligation – By completing the enrollment process, you agree to pay
the tuition in full, unless payment plan arrangements have been made. Payment Plan Option: Available upon request
Prerequisites
Medical Terminology for new professionals. Opt out with 2+ years experience.
Course Description
All courses are described in detail in the school’s Student Handbook, as well as on mmiclasses.com
Course of Study
This agreement is for the education services provided at The Medical Management Institute. Each student who registers for the interactive program will be given four (4) months to complete the program. Once the final exam is started, the student will have 24 hours to complete the exam. If this is not successfully completed within the allotted time frame, the student will need to re-enroll in the following month’s program. To successfully complete an exam a student must receive a 76% or higher. Once any certification exam is successfully completed you will become certified. If the exam is not successfully completed, students will be allowed one free retest that must be started within one month of the previous exam.
Legal Responsibility
Once submitted, this agreement will serve as a legally binding contract. Your acceptance of this agreement indicates and acknowledges that you have been given reasonable time to read and understand how the program works. You acknowledge that you have found all material facts concerning the Institute that would affect your decision to enroll to be
satisfactory. Likewise, The Medical Management Institute agrees to abide by the guidelines set forth in the school’s Student Handbook.
Student’s / Buyer’s Right to Cancel
The student/buyer has a right to cancel enrollment in the certification program and obtain a refund for purchased materials within 10 calendar days from the date of enrollment
(restrictions and proration may apply; please see Handbook for specific details). Course materials must be returned using traceable means where a signature can be obtained in case the package is lost (ex. FedEx, UPS, Certified US Mail, courier, etc). The Medical Management Institute will not accept responsibility for the loss or damage of uninsured packages. You acknowledge that all cost expectations, cancellation, and refund policies have been explained in detail and are clear. In order to cancel this enrollment agreement and receive a refund, you must return all of the program materials with a written request to withdraw, via certified mail to:
The Medical Management Institute Attn: Withdrawals
3330 Preston Ridge Road Suite 380
Alpharetta, GA 30005
No tuition refunds will be processed until all materials are received, including but not limited to study guides, cd’s, exams, and other materials included in the program, and a letter of intent to withdraw from the course of study.
Initial/Sign where you see the
and fax to the school: 678.669.2483 Attn: Enrollment, or scan and email to [email protected].Length of Enrollment
By submitting this agreement, you understand that you have four months to study and prepare for the certification exam and have access to MMI instructor support during the period of enrollment. If a student does not begin the exam within the allotted four month time period, the student will forfeit their enrollment and be required to enroll in the
following month’s program to receive certification. Certification exams are updated once per year and are effective February 1st of each year.
Notice to Student:
This agreement is a legally binding instrument. Both sides of the contract are binding only when the agreement is accepted, signed, and dated by the authorized official of the school or the admissions officer at the school’s principal place of business. Read the following document in its entirety before signing.
1. You are entitled to an exact copy of this agreement and any disclosure pages you sign. 2. This agreement and the school catalog constitute the entire agreement between the
student and the School.
3. Although the School will provide job-search assistance, the school does not guarantee job placement to graduates upon program completion or upon graduation.
4. The school reserves the right to reschedule the program start date.
5. The School reserves the right to terminate a students’ training for unsatisfactory progress, nonpayment of tuition or failure to abide established standards of conduct. 6. The School does not guarantee the transferability of credits to a college, university or
institution. Any decision on the comparability, appropriateness and applicability of credit and whether they should be accepted is the decision of the receiving institution.
7. For Department of Veterans Affairs, benefits recipients, the school will refund the unused portion of prepaid tuition and fees on a pro-rata refund basis. Any amount in excess of $10.00 for an enrollment or registration fee will also be pro-rated.
Student Acknowledgments:
1. I hereby acknowledge receipt of the School’s catalog/handbook
dated__________________, which contains information describing programs offered, and equipment/supplies provided and/or needed. The School catalog/handbook is included as part of this Enrollment Agreement and I acknowledge that I have received a copy of this catalog/handbook.
______ Student initials
2. I have carefully read and received an exact copy of this enrollment agreement. ______ Student initials
3. I understand that the school may terminate my enrollment if I fail to comply with attendance, academic, and financial requirements or if I fail to abide by established standards of conduct, as outlined in the School catalog. While enrolled in the school, I understand that I must maintain satisfactory academic progress as described in the school catalog and that my financial obligation to the school must be paid-in-full before a certificate may be awarded. ______ Student initials
Enrollment Packet
2015
4. I understand that the school does not guarantee job placement to graduates upon program completion or upon graduation.
______ Student initials
5. I understand that complaints, which can not be resolved by direct negotiation with the school in accordance to its written grievance policy, may be filed with the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission at 2082 East Exchange Place Suite 220 Tucker, GA 30084-5305. All student complaints must be submitted in writing.
______ Student initials
Contract Acceptance
I, the undersigned, have read and understand this agreement and acknowledge receipt of a copy. It is further understood and agreed that this agreement supersedes all prior or
contemporaneous verbal or written agreements and may not be modified without the written agreement of the student and the School Official. I also understand that if I default upon this agreement I will be responsible for payment of any collection fees or attorney fees incurred by The Medical Management Institute.
My signature below signifies that I have read and understand all aspects of this agreement and do recognized my legal responsibilities in regard to this contract.
Signed this ____________ day of _______________________, 20 ________ ______________________________________ ___________________ Signature of Student Date
______________________________________ ___________________ Signature of School Official Date
Representative's Certification
I hereby certify that the student has been interviewed by me and in my judgment, meets all requirements for acceptance as a student at The Medical Management Institute as described in the school catalog. I further certify that there have been no verbal or written agreements or promises other than those appearing on this agreement.
______________________________________ ___________________ Signature of School Official Date
