2010 Dermatology Coding
Correspondence Course

 

About the course...

 

This self-study, self-paced Dermatology Coding Correspondence Course is the first national certification course designed to educate and test individuals involved in claims processing and billing.  The course teaches students how to correctly and accurately code for dermatologic services. 

 

Physicians, billing staff, and office managers should consider this unique certification credential as a CDC (Certified Dermatology Coder).  Such certification may help in reducing audits and optimizing third party reimbursement legally and ethically.

 

The course is designed so that staff and providers can understand the nuances of dermatologic coding.

 

Take your course online...

 

Coming August 15, 2010 -  New and existing students will be able to take the course ONLINE.

 

Download your materials, take your tests, get instant feedback, and take your final exam.  Study and take the course completely online!

 

What's included?

 

The cost of the Dermatology Coding Correspondence Course includes all study materials, the 14 chapter tests, and course support.

 

Starting February 7, 2010, the Final Exam registration fee is NOW INCLUDED in the overall course registration fee.

 

Topics include:

 

Chapter 1 – Modifiers

Chapter 2 – E/M Services     

Chapter 3 – Excisions

Chapter 4 – Repairs

Chapter 5 – Measurement of Lesions/Defects

Chapter 6 – Destruction Services

Chapter 7 – Wart Therapy

Chapter 8 – Mohs' Micrographic Surgery

Chapter 9 – Cosmetic Services

Chapter 10 – Laser Surgery

Chapter 11 – Laboratory

Chapter 12 – Drugs and Supplies

Chapter 13 – Correct Coding Initiative

Chapter 14 – General Coding

 

Certification process...

 

Once the student has completed and successfully passed the tests for all 14 chapters, they will be eligible for the final certification exam.  Students that successfully pass the final exam will become credentialed as a Certified Dermatology Coder (CDC). 

 

A handsome certificate will be mailed to newly certified coders. The certification is good for two years.

CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. 

Ordering Details

2010 Coding Course Materials Registration per student
(now includes Final)
($795.00)

 

2010 Coding Course Updates
($275.00)

2010 Coding Course Recertification
($249.00)

 

Name Change
($99.00)

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2008-2009
Coding Course Final Exam (Optional)
Included in 2010 Course!
($175.00)