Course Code: REL-RCC-AMA-045
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Recall the basic anatomy of the integumentary system.
Discuss the different types of integumentary system procedures.
Describe the basic format of the integumentary system procedure codes in the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set.
Recognize key terms related to integumentary system procedure coding in CPT.
Identify common modifiers used with the integumentary system procedures codes.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Health Sciences
Overview
Integumentary System Anatomy
Accessory Structures
Review
Section 3: Overview
Overview of Integumentary Procedures
Integumentary Procedures
Clinical Indications
Documentation Elements
Review
Section 4: Format and Guidelines
CPT Integumentary Procedure Codes
CPT Integumentary System Guidelines
Other Coding Guidelines
Review
Section 5: Common Modifiers
Modifiers
Integumentary System Modifiers
Distinct Procedures
Outpatient Facility Modifiers
Modifier Case Example
Review
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Renee Y. Baucum, CCS, CIC, COC, CRC, CPC-I
Renee Baucum has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, working in reimbursement and coding in addition to being an instructor. She holds certifications with AHIMA and AAPC and is currently an Inpatient Coder. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience while striving to inspire the next generation of professional medical coders as a certified PMCC instructor for AAPC and Integrity Coding. She is actively involved with AAPC as a local chapter founder and is currently the Vice President of Covington Professional Coders (Covington, Georgia).
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Healthcare Billing and Coding; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.