PART 1: CPT REIMBURSEMENT & CAC

Discuss one function of the Medicare OCE

Describe what an APC is

Discuss one element of the standard relative units of RBRVS

Describe what CAC is and whether it will effect the coding profession

PART 2: CODING CREDENTIALING EXAMS

Name and describe the various professional organizations that offer coding credentialing exams. What are the different coding credentials?

Pick 2 coding credentials and compare their value with healthcare organizations.

Use job websites and resources such as AHIMA, AAPC, etc. Cite the websites.

PART 3: COURSE REFLECTIONS Please submit your reflections of the class as a culmination exercise for this course:

What were some of the important things that you learned in the class?

How were they useful to you?

What did you find most challenging in the class?

What did you do to overcome it?

What goals have you developed as a result of taking this class?

Follow the instructions for initial posts and responses.

Be sure to post answers to at least 2 different questions posted by others.