2016 CODING BOOT CAMPS

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For more information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

UPCOMING DATES

2016 CODING BOOT CAMPS

Take your

coding career

to the next level

EVALUATION/MANAGEMENT BOOT CAMP–PROFESSIONAL VERSION™

JACKSONVILLE, FL

February 22–26

LAS VEGAS, NV

February 29–March 4

BALTIMORE, MD

April 25–29

CERTIFIED CODER BOOT CAMP®_–INPATIENT CERTIFIED CODER BOOT

CAMP®_{–OUTPATIENT}

RICHMOND, VA

January 25–29

LAS VEGAS, NV

February 8–12

CHARLOTTE, NC

March 7–11

SAVANNAH, GA

March 10–11

SAN DIEGO, CA

June 9–10

PHILADELPHIA, PA

September 22–23

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WHY HCPRO?

Our Coding Boot Camps are not like other coding classes.

Check out all the benefits we offer:

» RULES-BASED LEARNING

Course materials are based only on recognized source authorities, such as the Official Guidelines for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, the AMA’s CPT Assistant®_{, and the AHA’s Coding Clinic}®_.

» CUSTOM-DESIGNED COURSE MATERIALS

Proprietary materials and exercises are developed by instructors specifically for this immersion learning format.

» WE TEACH THEN TEST

Coding is an activity that is not truly mastered without exercises that test comprehension. Students complete exercises for each module and review the answers with the instructors. We provide answer keys and rationale for all exercises so that coders can refer to the materials long after the Boot Camp is over.

» UNMATCHED KNOWLEDGE

Our instructors have a unique combination of real-world coding experience and adult education experience. They know exactly what coders need to learn and how to present complex coding topics in an easy-to-understand manner.

» EARN VALUABLE CEs TO MAINTAIN YOUR CREDENTIALS

Our courses offer CEs from several major national and state organizations.

» WELL-ESTABLISHED PROGRAM

HCPro is the nation’s first organization to offer Boot Camp training courses to healthcare coding professionals. We currently conduct more than 60 Certified Coder Boot Camps each year. On average, participants have rated HCPro Coding Boot Camps at 4.9 on a 5.0 scale.

REGISTER FOR ANY BOOT CAMP DATE

BY JANUARY 31, 2016 AND

SAVE $100

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Learn more about HCPro’s Coding Membership— email [email protected].

For more information about on-site classes, email [email protected].

BRING HCPRO’S BOOT CAMPS

TO YOUR FACILITY

Bring our industry-leading instructors to your facility

to teach one of our existing Boot Camps or a program

customized specifically for your organization.

In addition to best-in-class coding education, hosting an on-site class gives your staff:

ACCESS. Our instructors are all yours, so you can ask them questions specific to your facility and apply concepts to your own coding program.

CONSISTENCY. Bring staff together for consistent training and foster team-building and problem solving.

CONNECT. Encourage collaboration by inviting staff from other departments to all or part of the Boot Camp.

CODING MEMBERSHIP

Need comprehensive and custom training?

Powered by HCPro’s coding experts, Coding Membership gives your staff full access to our industry-leading coding training and resources. From hands-on Boot Camps to continuing education, Coding Membership provides everything you need to supply coders with knowledge, answer their tough questions, and keep their credentials current.

Coding Membership includes:

» On-site Coding Boot Camps

» Coding Master classes (intermediate Coding Boot Camps)

» Expert on-call service

» JustCoding.com Platinum

» JustCoding.com online continuing education courses

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4 CERTIFIED CODER BOOT CAMP

®

_—ORIGINAL

The premier CPC

®

_{exam preparation course for coders}

OVERVIEW

The demand for CPC-certified coders has never been higher. If you want to take your career to the next level with certification, the Certified Coder Boot Camp will fully prepare you for the AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.

The Certified Coder Boot Camp teaches the fundamentals of CPT®_,

ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding for professional services and hospital outpatient services. The first day covers ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, and the remaining four days are devoted to CPT and HCPCS II coding.

THIS BOOT CAMP WILL HELP YOU:

» Apply conventions and instructional notes, including chapter–and section-specific guidelines, to accurately assign codes in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS II for outpatient/professional services

» Relate effects on reimbursement by appending appropriate CPT/HCPCS II modifiers to applicable procedure codes

» Assign appropriate CPT procedure codes to a variety of surgical procedures for many medical specialties

» Abstract an operative report in order to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes

» Improve coding accuracy to reduce denials and missed revenue

» Recall material in preparation for the AAPC’s CPC exam

RICHMOND, VA JAN 25–29 Homewood Suites by Hilton _{Richmond - West End/Innsbrook} 804-217-8000

LAS VEGAS, NV FEB 8–12 Hyatt Place Las Vegas 702-369-3366

CHARLOTTE, NC MARCH 7–11 Homewood Suites by Hilton– _Davidson 704-987-1818

DENVER, CO APRIL 25–29 Hyatt Place Denver Tech Center 303-804-0700

BOSTON, MA MAY 16–20 Homewood Suites by Hilton 978-670-7111

BALTIMORE, MD JUNE 6–10 Hyatt Place Baltimore/Owings Mills 410-998-3630

SALT LAKE CITY, UT JULY 25–29 Hyatt House Salt Lake City/_Downtown 801-359-4020

COLUMBUS, OH AUG 8–12 Homewood Suites Columbus _Airport 614-428-8800

NASHVILLE, TN SEP 19–23 HYATT PLACE Nashville/_Brentwood 615-661-9477

CHICAGO, IL OCT 3–7 Hyatt Place Chicago/Schaumburg 847-330-1060

PHOENIX, AZ NOV 14–18 Homewood Suites by Hilton® _623-882-3315

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5 AGENDA

Module 1: Introduction and Coding Fundamentals

Module 2: Diagnosis Coding (ICD-10-CM)

Module 3: Introduction to CPT; Evaluation and Management Services

Module 4: Coding Anesthesia Services

Module 5: Introduction to Surgery Coding and Coding Integumentary Procedures

Module 6: Coding Musculoskeletal Procedures

Module 7: Coding Respiratory Procedures

Module 8: Coding Cardiovascular Procedures

Module 9: Coding Digestive System Procedures

Module 10: Coding Urinary/Genital System,

Obstetrics, and Endocrine Procedures

Module 11: Coding Nervous System Procedures

Module 12: Coding Eye, Ocular, and Auditory Procedures

Module 13: Coding Radiology Services

Module 14: Coding Pathology and Laboratory Services

Module 15: Coding Medicine Services

Module 16: HCPCS II Coding

*Course agenda is subject to change.

For complete agenda and continuing education credit information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

BOOT CAMP SCHEDULE

Classes run Monday through Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS/DISCOUNTED ROOM RATES

Make your hotel reservations immediately to guarantee the hotel rate and availability, and be sure to identify yourself as a participant of HCPro’s Boot Camp to get the special discounted room rates. Most discounts expire four weeks prior to the Boot Camp start date.

For more information on hotel room rates and discount deadlines, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

WHO SHOULD

ATTEND

Coders and billers

Patient accounting managers/staff Medical practice managers/staff Medical records/health

information managers/staff Registration managers/staff

Clinical managers and department heads

Physicians, NPs, PAs, and other clinicians

Compliance officers and auditors Finance and reimbursement managers/staff

Healthcare consultants, CPAs, and lawyers

Health plan and insurance company personnel

Medicare carrier and intermediary personnel

Case managers/CDI specialists Auditors/claims analysts/ compliance officers

$1,599

This Boot Camp

offers continuing

education credits!

Go to www.hcprobootcamps.com

for more information.

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®

_—

INPATIENT VERSION

ICD-10 is here! Inpatient coding is even more complex.

Let our expert instructors make it simple.

OVERVIEW

The Certified Coder Boot Camp®_{—Inpatient Version is an intensive coding}

education course that will make coders proficient in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding for hospital inpatient facility services and MS-DRG assignment.

The course goes beyond explaining basic DRG classification. Coders leave class ready to:

» Apply inpatient coding guidelines

» Accurately assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and MS-DRGs

» Query physicians more effectively

THIS BOOT CAMP WILL HELP YOU:

For coders: Skilled inpatient coders are in high demand as many hospitals are expanding their coding teams following ICD-10 implementation. Whether you’re a novice or a veteran coder, the ICD-10 system is new to everyone—so now is the perfect time to learn inpatient coding!

The Certified Coder Boot Camp—Inpatient Version not only teaches you everything you need to know to be an inpatient coder, but also provides several professional benefits:

» Enhance your career potential and growth—employers are looking for coders with accurate inpatient coding skills

» Take on more complex medical coding cases

» Increase your professional credibility

» Become a valuable resource to your facility

For employers: Coder training is an important investment for your organization. Having highly qualified, certified coders on staff can:

» Ensure correct medical coding based on reputable source authorities such as the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and the AHA’s Coding Clinic

» Facilitate the physician query process to ensure appropriate DRG assignment

» Ensure appropriate reimbursement for services performed

» Increase employee confidence

» Increase productivity

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*Course agenda is subject to change. For complete agenda and continuing

education credit information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

BOOT CAMP SCHEDULE

Classes run Monday through Thursday:

8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

WHO SHOULD

ATTEND

Coders Medical records/health information managers/staff Case managers

Quality assurance professionals Clinical documentation specialists Clinical managers and

department heads

Medicare intermediary personnel

$1,599

AGENDA

Module 1: Introduction to ICD-10-CM/Conventions

Module 2: Fundamentals of Diagnostic Coding for Inpatient Reporting

Module 3: Present on Admission Indicators/Hospital-Acquired Conditions and Physician Queries

Module 4: Introduction to ICD-10-PCS and Medical-Surgical Character Selection

Module 5: Fundamentals of Procedure Coding for Inpatient Reporting

Module 6: MS-DRG Assignment

Module 7: ICD-10-CM/PCS Chapter-Specific Coding

For more information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

JACKSONVILLE, FL FEB 22–26 Fairfield Inn & Suites Jacksonville _{Butler Blvd.} 904-854-6200

LAS VEGAS, NV FEB 29–MAR 4 Hyatt Place Las Vegas 702-369-3366

BALTIMORE, MD APRIL 25–29 Hyatt Place Baltimore/Owings Mills 410-998-3630

MINNEAPOLIS, MN MAY 9–13 SpringHill Suites Minneapolis-Saint _{Paul Airport/Mall of America} 952-854-0300

DENVER, CO JUNE 20–24 Hyatt Place Denver Airport 303-371-0700

RICHMOND, VA AUG 1–5 Homewood Suites by Hilton _{Richmond - West End/Innsbrook} 804-217-8000

BOSTON, MA SEP 12–16 Homewood Suites by Hilton 978-670-7111

DALLAS, TX OCT 24–28 Hyatt Place Dallas-North/by the _Galleria 972-716-2001

CHARLOTTE, NC NOV 7–11 Homewood Suites by Hilton– _Davidson 704-987-1818

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SAVANNAH, GA MARCH 10–11 SpringHill Suites by Marriott–_{Savannah Historic District} 912-629-5300

SAN DIEGO, CA JUNE 9–10 Homewood Suites by Hilton San _{Diego Airport/Liberty Station} 619-222-0500

PHILADELPHIA, PA SEP 22–23 HYATT house™ Philadelphia/_{Plymouth Meeting} 610-313-9990

EVALUATION AND MANAGEMENT

BOOT CAMP—PROFESSIONAL

VERSION

™

Become a pro at assigning, verifying, and auditing E/M codes.

OVERVIEW

The Evaluation and Management Boot Camp—Professional Version™

provides detailed information on the intricacies of E/M coding and teaches you how to perform effective audits.

This intensive two-day course goes beyond the basics and dives right into the many gray areas of E/M to make sense of conflicting information between CMS and local carriers. Armed with this information, you’ll be able to:

» Tackle the subjectivity associated with the most commonly reported (and audited!) CPT®_{codes—E/M services}

» Accurately interpret the rules

» Maximize E/M audits

The Evaluation and Management Boot Camp—Professional Version teaches coders, billers, auditors, and practice managers how to interpret documentation relative to national carrier guidelines, apply rules accurately, and ensure appropriate E/M category and level assignment.

THIS BOOT CAMP WILL HELP YOU:

» Select the correct E/M codes based on the documentation provided

» Explain the documentation requirements for all E/M levels

» Append appropriate modifiers to E/M codes

» Apply “teaching physician” rules correctly

» Identify key areas to conduct a successful E/M audit

» Interpret national and local carrier guidelines

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9 AGENDA

Module 1: Introduction to Evaluation and Management Categories

Module 2: Evaluation and Management Associated Modifiers

Module 3: Nonphysician Practitioner (NPP) E/M Services

Module 4: Assigning E/M Levels Based on Key Components

Module 5: Teaching Physicians, Residents, and Students

Module 6: E/M Audit Strategies

Module 7: Certified E/M Coder (CEMC) Exam Prep

Module 8: Medical Terminology and Anatomy

Module 9: Documentation Guidelines

*Course agenda is subject to change. For complete agenda and continuing education credit information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

BOOT CAMP SCHEDULE

Classes run Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

WHO SHOULD

ATTEND

Coders and billers

Patient accounting managers/staff Medical practice managers/staff Medical records/health

information managers/staff Registration managers/staff Clinical managers and department heads

Medicare carrier and intermediary personnel

$1,099

This Boot Camp offers

continuing education credits!

Go to www.hcprobootcamps.com for more information.

CE

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For more information, visit www.hcprobootcamps.com.

10 CAN’T TAKE TIME OUT OF WORK?

Fit coding education into YOUR schedule! The Online

Coding Boot Camps are available throughout the year.

DATES

(Students must register one week prior to the start of the Boot Camp to ensure access to materials.)

MARCH 7

JANUARY 4

APRIL 4

FEBRUARY 1

MAY 2

MARCH 7

JUNE 6

ATTEND ONLINE

Our Online Coding Boot Camps provide the same content and instruction that you would experience at our live classroom-based Boot Camps, but you’ll be taking the course from the convenience of your home or office.

BENEFITS OF ONLINE CODING BOOT CAMPS INCLUDE:

» 60-DAY ACCESS TO VIDEO INSTRUCTION: View video sessions and complete all assignments including review of all answer keys.

» CUSTOM-DESIGNED COURSE MATERIALS: You’ll receive your Boot Camp materials with presentations and practice exercises prior to the start of class.

» 24-HOUR ACCESS: Video instruction is available any time of day. You choose the time that works for you. You can also email questions to our instructors. We try to answer all questions either via email or phone within two business days.

Start dates for the Online Coding Boot Camps are as follows:

Certified Coder Boot Camp®_{—Original Version}

Certified Coder Boot Camp®_{—ICD-10-CM & ICD-10-PCS Online}

Certified Coder Boot Camp—Inpatient Master Class

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SHANNON E. MCCALL

RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-I, CEMC, CCDS

Shannon E. McCall, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-I, CEMC, CCDS, is the director of HIM and

coding for HCPro. She oversees all of the Certified Coder Boot Camp programs. McCall developed the Certified Coder Boot

Camp®_{—Inpatient Version, the Evaluation and}

Management Boot Camp™, and the HCPro ICD-10 Basics Boot Camp™; most recently,

she collaborated with her team to develop the

Certified Coder Boot Camp®_{—ICD-10-CM/}

PCS versions as well as the Master Class

series. McCall works with hospitals, medical practices, and other healthcare providers on a wide range of coding-related custom education sessions.

PEGGY S. BLUE

MPH, CPC, CCS-P, CEMC

Peggy S. Blue, MPH, CPC, CCS-P, CEMC, is the lead

instructor for the Medicare

Boot Camp®_{—Professional Services Version} as well as an instructor for the Certified Coder

Boot Camp (live and online) and the Evaluation and Management Boot Camp. She also is

an instructor for all of the ICD-10-CM/PCS-related educational courses (live and online). Prior to joining HCPro, Blue oversaw the development, implementation, dissemination, and reporting of information related to

Medicare professional services training efforts for Highmark Medicare Services.

JILLIAN HARRINGTON

MHA, CPC, CPC-I,

CPC-P, CCS, CCS-P, MHP

Jillian Harrington, MHA, CPC, CPC-I, CPC-P, CCS, CCS-P, MHP, has more than 20 years of

experience in the healthcare profession. She is an approved instructor of the Professional Medical Coding Curriculum, awarded by the AAPC, and teaches coding for physician and hospital services, as well as healthcare administration. She has spoken frequently on healthcare compliance and health information management issues at regional and national professional conferences.

TRISHA A. WILLS

MD, CCS, CPC

Trisha A. Wills, MD, CCS, CPC, serves as a regulatory

specialist teaching the Certified Coder Boot Camp programs. She is an instructor for all ICD-10-related programs, including a strong focus on physician ICD-10-CM/PCS documentation education. She has over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry encompassing clinical, coding, auditing, training, and compliance expertise.

LISA RAE ROPER

MHA, MS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-I

Lisa Rae Roper, MHA, MS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-I,

has over 25 years of experience in business management, training program development, coding, and healthcare consulting. She owns an independent consulting firm where she focuses on projects in business management and training with universities, state and local health departments, specialty physician offices, hospital outpatient facilities, and surgical centers. She is a frequent speaker, author, and contributor with many nationally recognized organizations and publications.

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