Certified Coder Boot Camp®—Original

Certified Coder Boot Camp®—Original

Course Overview

The Certified Coder Boot Camp®—Original teaches ICD-10-CM, CPT®, and HCPCS Level II coding for professional services and hospital outpatient services.

You will learn how to:  

• Understand and appropriately apply coding principles and guidelines
• Navigate the ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS II coding manuals
• Develop fundamental coding skills for all medical specialties with a thorough review of the entire CPT manual

Enhance coding accuracy by learning the latest ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS II coding guidelines!

This isn't just any coding course. See the HCPro difference for yourself!

• Rules-based learning: We only use recognized source authorities, such as the current ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS II manuals, but we supplement these with additional nationally recognized source authorities like the AHA's Coding Clinic® and the AMA's CPT Assistant®.
• Hands-on learning: Course participants work approximately 500 coding exercises and leave with answer keys for all exercises.
• Small class size: We limit the number of students in each class to ensure individual attention.
• Well-established program: HCPro is the nation's first organization to offer Boot Camp training courses to healthcare coding professionals. We have more than 20 years of experience teaching coders, and on average, participants rate this course 4.9 on a 5.0 scale.

With coding demands as high as ever, HCPro Boot Camps provide a deeper understanding of your role and responsibilities and the impact you can make on your organization.

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For more detailed information about HCPro's Boot Camps, contact us at 800-650-6787 or email sales@hcpro.com.

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Course Locations & Dates

Below is the current course schedule for upcoming Certified Coder Boot Camp®—Original Boot Camp classes.

To register for a class, click the "Register" button. If you would like to register multiple attendees, fill in the "Additional Attendees" box or call our sales team at 800-650-6787 or email us at sales@hcpro.com.

To view our cancellation policy, click here.

Rather attend online?
The Certified Coder Boot Camp®—Original is also available as an online course. Click here for a list of start dates.

March 2025

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Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction and Coding Fundamentals

• Types of coding systems
• Levels of HCPCS coding

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

• Common conventions, symbols, and terminology in the ICD-10-CM coding manual
• Assigning ICD-10-CM codes based on the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Module 3: Introduction to CPT; Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services

• Categories of CPT codes
• Common symbols and terms used in the CPT manual
• Assigning E/M codes by category and level
• Assigning E/M-specific modifiers (e.g., -24, -25, -57)

Module 4: Coding Anesthesia Services

• Types of anesthesia
• Assigning CPT codes for anesthesia services when provided by an anesthesiologist or someone other than an anesthesiologist
• Physical status modifiers and qualifying circumstance add-on codes

Module 5: Introduction to Surgery Coding and Coding Integumentary Procedures

• Identifying "separate procedures" and when they are reported
• Assigning surgical modifiers correctly
• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Excision of benign and malignant lesions
  • Closures (simple, intermediate, and complex)
  • Mohs surgeries
  • Adjacent tissue transfers
  • Breast procedures

Module 6: Coding Musculoskeletal Procedures

• Identifying the anatomy of the spine
• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Fracture care
  • Spinal arthrodesis
  • Reporting a CPT code for the application of a cast

Module 7: Coding Respiratory Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Nasal endoscopic procedures
  • Laryngoscopies
  • Bronchoscopies

Module 8: Coding Cardiovascular Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
• Pacemaker and defibrillator insertion and replacement
• Coronary artery bypass grafting
• Aneurysm repairs
• Central venous access devices

Module 9: Coding Digestive System Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies
  • Digestive system and endoscopic procedures
  • Hernia repairs

Module 10: Coding Urinary/Genital System, Obstetrics, and Endocrine Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Open and endoscopic procedures in the urinary system
  • Open and endoscopic procedures in the male genital system
  • Hysterectomies and tubal ligations
  • Maternity care and delivery services
  • Abortion procedures

Module 11: Coding Nervous System Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Craniectomy/craniotomy procedures
  • Skull base surgeries
  • Injection procedures involving the spinal cord/spine
  • Neurostimulators

Module 12: Coding Eye, Ocular, and Auditory Procedures

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Cataract extractions
  • Procedures to treat and prevent retinal detachments
  • Strabismus surgeries
  • Procedures involving the auditory system

Module 13: Coding Radiology Services

• Use of contrast in radiological procedures and when the administration of the contrast is separately reportable
• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Diagnostic radiology procedures
  • Radiation therapy services
  • Nuclear medicine services
  • Interventional radiology procedures

Module 14: Coding Pathology and Laboratory Services

• Identifying the use of "panels" in reporting for diagnostic laboratory procedures
• Distinguishing between a qualitative screening and a quantitative screening
• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Diagnostic laboratory services
  • Surgical pathology, including consults during surgery

Module 15: Coding Medicine Services

• Assigning CPT codes for:
  • Supply and administration of vaccines/toxoids
  • Psychotherapy services
  • Dialysis services
  • Ophthalmological services
  • Cardiac catheterizations, percutaneous coronary angioplasties, and stent insertion procedures
  • Injection and infusion services

Module 16: HCPCS II Coding

• Assigning HCPCS Level II codes and applicable modifiers

*Agenda subject to change.

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Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:

• 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
• Examine 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

Continuing Education

AAPC
This program has prior approval of the AAPC for 37.5 Continuing Education Units. Granting of this approval in no way constitutes endorsement by the AAPC of the program, content or the program sponsor.

ACDIS
This program has been approved for 37.75 continuing education units towards fulfilling the requirements of the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) certification and CCDS-O (outpatient) certification, offered as a service of the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS).

AHIMA
This program has been approved for 37.8 continuing education unit(s) (CEUs) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting of Approved CEUs from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program provider.

ANCC
HCPro is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This educational activity for 37.75 nursing contact hours is provided by HCPro.

NAHRI
This program has been approved for 37.75 continuing education units towards fulfilling the requirements of the Certification in Healthcare Revenue Integrity (CHRI), offered as a service of the National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity (NAHRI).

Disclosure Statement:
HCPro has confirmed that none of the faculty/presenters, planners, or contributors have any relevant financial relationships to disclose related to the content of this educational activity.

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Things to Know Before Attending Class

Directions and Hotel Information

The hotel address, phone number, URL, room rate, and room rate cut-off date are posted on the Locations/Dates tab. The hotel website gives detailed directions to the hotel as well as information about the location. Please call the hotel directly to make a room reservation. Be sure to identify yourself as an HCPro Certified Coder Boot Camp participant and make your reservation before the cut-off date. After the cut-off date, contact the hotel to determine room availability and rates.

Course Material

When you arrive at class, you will receive a workbook containing the class materials used throughout the Boot Camp.Manuals Needed for Class

As part of your course registration fee, HCPro will provide all attendees with two out of the three required manuals:

• 2025 ICD-10-CM Expert for Physicians
• 2025 HCPCS II Expert

The instructor will distribute these manuals on the first day of class.

You must also bring your own AMA CPT® 2025 Professional Edition© to class.

The “Standard” version of the CPT manual, CPT Expert, and CPT Plus! are not acceptable for the Boot Camp.

NOTE: There will be no discounts or refunds for students desiring to bring their own ICD-10-CM and HCPCS II coding manuals to class. Please be sure to save room in your luggage to transport these manuals home with you.

Medical Terminology

If you do not already have a solid understanding of medical terminology, it is also strongly recommended that you complete a medical terminology self-study course prior to the start of your Boot Camp. Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 8th Edition by Ann Ehrlich and Carol L. Schroeder offers a comprehensive guide for the beginner. The ISBN number is 1305634357. The book is available on Amazon.com and may also be available from one of your local bookstores. Our course participants who do not have a strong background in medical terminology typically find this book extremely helpful.

Classroom Time

It is an understatement to say that this course is intense. Other than breaks, we will be in class from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. If the class gets behind, class may run later than 5:00 p.m.

Please plan on having several hours of homework each evening. If you live more than 45 minutes away from the class location, you may want to reserve a hotel room in order to provide enough time for homework at the end of each day. Cell phone use during class is strictly prohibited.

Lunch

We will take about a 45-minute break for lunch each day. We typically provide coffee in the morning and drinks and a light snack in the afternoon; everyone is on their own for lunch. Note that many hotels do not have restaurants on-site. If you are flying to the course, we generally recommend renting a car.

What to Bring to Class

Please bring the following to all classes:

• 2025 CPT® Professional Edition
• 2025 ICD-10-CM Expert for Physicians and 2025 HCPCS Level II manual (the instructor will provide these two manuals at the beginning of the Boot Camp, but make sure you bring them to class every day!)
• Highlighter
• A notebook for making your own notes
• Sticky notes/flags
• Pens/pencils

Dress

Business attire is not necessary. Please dress comfortably. Also, we find that the classrooms are sometimes on the cool side, even during the warmer months. You may want to bring a sweater or sweatshirt in case you get cold.

Course Materials Copyright

All materials are copyrighted to HCPro and cannot be duplicated without written consent.

Cancellation and Transfer Policy

For our cancellation and transfer policy, visit our website here.

Contact Information

For more information about our Boot Camps, contact us at 800-650-6787 or email sales@hcpro.com.

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Questions/Answers

What is the focus of the Certified Coder Boot Camp?
The Certified Coder Boot Camp focuses on ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding for professional services and hospital outpatient services. The first part of the course is devoted primarily to ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, while the remaining time is devoted primarily to CPT and HCPCS II coding. The purpose of this Boot Camp is to provide a solid foundation in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS II coding. 

How long does the course last?
Five days. Typically, the live class runs Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until at least 5:00 p.m. each day (class often runs later than 5:00 if the students need additional assistance with a particular subject) and 8:00-3:00p.m. on Friday.

Where is the course offered?
Open registration Certified Coder Boot Camp courses are offered at various locations around the country, typically at mid-priced business hotels, such as Hyatt Place or Hilton Garden Inn. For a list of upcoming open registration Certified Coder Boot Camps, click on Course Locations/Dates.

Can HCPro offer this course just for my staff?
Yes, we offer this Boot Camp privately for organizations with many employees who need training. For more information on hosting a Boot Camp just for your staff, please email sales@hcpro.com.

Who typically attends the course?

• 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

How intense is the course?
It is an understatement to say that this Boot Camp is intense. Over the week, students work about 500 coding problems/exercises (including nightly homework).  Course participants should plan to devote their full time and attention to the Boot Camp program during the week of their course. Course participants should also plan to take the entire Boot Camp week off from work.

Course participants who live more than 45 minutes away from the course site should reserve a hotel room for the week. Due to the amount of classroom and homework time required, our students have found it very difficult to commute more than 45 minutes each way and still do well in the course.

Does the course require previous coding experience?
Because of the fast-paced nature of the course, it is highly recommended that participants have at least one year of coding-related experience or experience working in healthcare billing, administrative, or clinical role.

Also, if you do not already have a solid understanding of medical terminology, we strongly recommend that you complete a medical terminology self-study course prior to the start of the Boot Camp.

How is the course taught?
The course is taught using a combination of lecture, class discussion, and individual and group problem solving. Course participants should also plan to have several hours of additional out-of-class work each evening during the course. 

Do I need to bring my own coding manuals to class?
You will need the current year of the AMA CPT® Professional Edition.  We will provide you with the latest versions of ICD-10-CM Expert for Physicians and HCPCS Level II. 

Does HCPro ever share contact information (e.g., name, address, phone number, email address, etc.) with other companies?
Historically, we have not shared contact information with anyone outside of our company. However, it is possible that at some point we might share contact information with other companies that offer products and services that we think would be of interest to our customers. If you would like us to keep your contact information confidential, please let us know so that we can flag your information in our customer database as "Do Not Share."

What if I need to cancel or transfer my registration?
Please click here to view our cancellation policy.

How do I get more information?
Contact our sales team at 800-650-6787 or email sales@hcpro.com.