Code-ology is on hold for 2008

National Coding Certification Examination

A National Survey of Medical Practices reflected a $2.00/hour decrease in office salaries over the previous year.  Fortunately, this did not include the billing or coding staff.  RN's, Nursing Assistants, and clerical staff were the most severely impacted.

Coders abstract information from the patient record, combine it with their knowledge of the coding guidelines and chose a code for the services or procedures performed.  To become a certified coder you need extensive medical coding experience and have to pass a rigorous exam.  

Coding consultants have maintained their hold on highest earnings at an average of $52,075 annual salary, according to the 2003 AAPC Salary Survey, compared to physician and facility based coders at an average of $31,524 and $31,594 respectively.  Certified coders in the Northeast are paid nearly $7,500 more annually than certified peers in the North Central United States, while $39,046 is the average pay for a certified coder nationwide.

Even with the negative economic trend in healthcare, Certified Coders remain in demand since proper coding can mean financial success or failure of a medical practice.

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Do you want to sit for the national coding certification exams, but need a comprehensive refresher class first?

Code-ology is an intensive 3-day workshop designed to assist you in studying for national coding certification exams.  Passing the exam is entirely up to you and will reflect on the time you spend studying the concepts presented.  If you have any trouble areas, please bring them to the instructor's attention for further assistance.  

The guidelines for taking the exams are outlined on the associations web sites: Association of Registered Health Care Professionals or American Academy of Professional Coders.

Day 1 - Friday 9a.m.-5p.m.

Day 2 - Saturday 9a.m.-5p.m.

Day 3 - Sunday 9a.m.-5p.m.

Course includes:

Tuition -

The entire three day program, training materials, refreshments and mock test is $850 for members and $950 for non-members.  For information on membership please click here.

Payment Plan -

There is a $500 deposit to reserve your place in the class.  The balance is due 2 weeks prior to the Code-ology weekend.

Reservations

Classes are limited to 15 people per class to facilitate learning.  To reserve your place please call our office with your credit card information or complete the seminar application.

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2620 Regatta Dr., Suite 102
Las Vegas, NV  89128
(702) 240-8519

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