Build job-ready skills for outpatient medical coding and advance your preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC)® certification. Essentials of CPT and HCPCS Coding is an intermediate-level course that focuses on developing the practical knowledge and analytical skills needed to accurately assign CPT® and HCPCS Level II codes based on clinical documentation in outpatient settings. You will strengthen your understanding of CPT® code categories, modifiers, and HCPCS Level II coding for supplies and services, while learning to interpret medical records and apply coding guidelines effectively. The course emphasizes Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, emergency department scenarios, and the application of global surgical package rules.
As you progress, you will practice coding across major CPT® sections, including surgery (10000–60000 series), anesthesia, radiology, pathology/laboratory, and medicine services. You will also explore compliance requirements, ethical standards, and regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA to ensure accurate and defensible coding practices. Through case-based activities, interactive exercises, and hands-on coding practice, this course builds your confidence in documentation-driven coding decisions and prepares you for advanced coding coursework and CPC® exam success.
