CDBL 201 - Medical Billing Software
Program Description:
The CRN Institute has prepared a definitive entry-level program of study that is aimed at providing the most up-to-date information relating to Medical Terminology & Anatomy, Medicare and 3rd Party Billing, CPT, HCPCS and ICD-9-CM procedural and diagnostic coding.
Needs Assessment:
This material was developed in order to help billers and other medical professionals to better understand the rapidly changing medical coding and billing environment and to prepare billers for the software aspects of the job market.
Occupational Competencies:
Upon completion of course the student will be prepared to enter a career as a medical coder (entry level) or will have enhanced their knowledge of their existing position as a medical coder.
Facilities Required:
The class size is limited to no more than 20 students at a time for effective learning. The classes are provided via a national teleconference line.
Instructional Strategies:
Students will be instructed with Power Point slides, overheads, white board illustrations and with computerized modules. In addition students will have access to a private internet website that will contain are area to submit homework assignments, view supplemental handouts and extra credit exercises and quizzes.
Evaluation Techniques:
Students will be evaluated with weekly quizzes, essay assignments and with unit exams.
Textbooks and Equipment:
Windows PC with internet access (high speed recommended) and printer. Textbook: Computers in the Medical Office 4e.