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CCS Exam Review with Live Instruction
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The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is a difficult to achieve coding credential. The CCS Exam Review will help you improve your chance of CCS success! Includes Live Instruction with a Libman Education instructor to make your CCS Exam Review experience even more valuable!
The CCS Exam Review will help you improve your chance of CCS success!
Prepares candidates to sit for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) exam. This online, self-paced, interactive and comprehensive review includes ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT coding practice; covers reimbursement methodologies, documentation quality, and regulatory compliance; and provides valuable study and test-taking strategies.
Know what to expect! The CCS Exam Review provides comprehensive coverage of the four domains addressed by the CCS coding credential exam:
Domain 1 – Coding Knowledge and Skills
Domain 2 – Coding Documentation
Domain 3 – Provider Queries
Domain 4 – Regulatory Compliance
Knowledge checks and coding scenarios throughout the course ensure mastery of material.
The final assessment is comprised of 50 multiple choice questions covering the full range of topics likely to be included on the actual CCS exam. Drawn from Libman Education’s 100+ proprietary CCS test questions for 2021, the assessment questions and answers are randomized to assure the integrity of the exam experience. Learners are encouraged to take the final assessment multiple times to improve their test-taking skills and gain confidence in their mastery of the material.
Includes Live Instruction to make your CCS Exam Review experience even more valuable!
Next session starts October 2021 (dates and details to be determined)
Live instruction led by a Libman Education Instructor
Six one-hour classes scheduled over a two-month period.
Unlimited access to online course materials for full 16-week enrollment period
Builds on the materials in the CCS Exam Review, plus additional content to ensure mastery of materials
Ancillary assignments
Additional ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT coding questions
Chat/discussion board
Instructor- led question and answer sessions focused on:
Review of lecture topics
Review of ancillary assignments
Discussion sessions are recorded and posted to the course dashboard
In a hurry? Consider the online, self-paced CCS Exam Review. Same great content but without live instruction.
Libman Education is not associated, affiliated, or otherwise connected with AHIMA.
AHIMA’s updating of the CCS exam lags behind changes to the coding sets. Typically, AHIMA coding credential exams use the current year guidelines and code sets until May 1 of the following year.
Which year CCS Exam Review will I need? It depends on when you will be sitting for your credential:
If you are planning to take the exam prior to May 1, 2022, you should study the FY2021 guidelines and codes and prepare with the 2021 CCS Exam Review.
If you are planning to take the exam May 1, 2022 or later, you should study the FY2022 guidelines and codes and prepare with the 2022 CCS Exam Review.
Please refer to the AHIMA website (www.ahima.org) for updates on the exam status and the list of allowable code books for your exam. Refer to the PearsonVue website (https://home.pearsonvue.com/ahima) for the specifics of what you need to know when registering for an exam.
CCS Exam Review
Introduction and Overview
Overview of the CCS Exam
What to expect from the course
Navigating the course
Lesson 1: ICD-10-CM Coding
ICD-10-CM Organization
Key Points
Official Conventions
Official Guidelines
Coding Scenarios
Lesson 2: ICD-10-PCS Coding
ICD-10-PCS Organization
Official Conventions
Official Guidelines
Coding Scenarios
Lesson 3: CPT Coding
Official Conventions
Official Guidelines
Anesthesia
Surgical Package
Imaging and Destruction
Surgery
Radiology
Pathology and Laboratory
Medicine
Parenthetical Instructional Notes
Sequencing Rules
Evaluation and Management (Facility Rules)
National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
Coding Scenarios
Lesson 4: Auxiliary Coding Considerations
POA indicators
Reimbursement Classifications
CPT Modifiers
Lesson 5: Coding Documentation for Diagnoses
General Key Documentation Elements
Key Documentation Elements for Injuries
Clinical Indicators
Documentation discrepancies
Coding Scenarios
Lesson 6: Coding Documentation for Procedures
Surgical Key Documentation Elements
Evaluation and Management Key Documentation Elements
Anesthesia Key Documentation Elements
Radiology Key Documentation Elements
Pathology and Laboratory Key Documentation Elements
Medical Terminology
Diagnoses (CPT code Selection)
Discrepancies
Coding Scenarios
Lesson 7: Provider Queries and Regulatory Compliance
Queries
Regulatory Compliance
Exam Preparation and Test Taking Strategies
AHIMA Resources Pertaining to the CCS Exam
Applying for the CCS Exam
Scheduling the CCS
Preparation
CCS Exam Review with Live Instruction
Pre-class – Introduction to the Course and Overview of the CCS Exam
Class 1. Focused review of ICD-10-CM Coding
Class 2. Focused review of ICD-10-PCS Coding
Class 3. Focused review of CPT Coding
Class 4. Auxiliary Coding Considerations including:
CCs/MCCs
Reimbursement classifications
POA indicators
CPT modifiers
Abstracting data from the health record
Class 5. Documentation Requirements for Diagnoses and Procedures
Class 6. Physician Queries, Regulatory Compliance and Test-Taking Skills
The level of effort to complete this course, start to finish, is equivalent to 9 CEUs. Remember: You have access to the course materials for the full 16 week enrollment period and we encourage you to re-review any materials that are helpful to you as you prepare for the exam.
Certificate of Completion Upon successful completion of the course work, student will be able to download a Libman Education Certificate of Completion.
AHIMA AHIMA does not award CEUs for credential preparation or review courses.
AAPC AAPC will not grant CEUs for courses related to non-AAPC credentials.
WebinarPlus™ multimedia and interactive online course promotes engagement with challenging materials while offering independent self-study.
Teaching methods including audio and video files, diagrams, and animations to accommodate different learning styles. Where appropriate, the Merck Manual Professional Version supplements course materials with in-depth descriptions of diagnoses and/or procedures.
Knowledge checks and/or final assessment ensure mastery of material.
Online Flexibility! Materials available via secure Learning Management System (LMS). Work at your own pace — save time and travel costs.
Earn Libman Education Certificate of Completion and CEUs.
To receive CEU credit, students must achieve a passing rate on the course assessment(s).
Course is self-paced. For planning purposes, assume 1-3 hours required for each CEU.
Unlimited course access during enrollment period. For courses offering greater than one CEU, enrollment period is 16 weeks. For courses offering one or fewer CEUs, enrollment period is 4 weeks. Courses purchased as a bundle or package may have a longer enrollment period.
CCS Exam Review The CCS Exam Review is online and on demand. Learners may start the course at any time and work at their own pace. Unlimited access to course materials for the full 16-week enrollment period.
CCS Exam Review with Live Instruction The CCS Exam Review with Live Instruction is a structured learning experience:
Live one-hour classes via web-based conferencing
Six classes over a two month period
Unlimited access to course materials for the full 16-week enrollment period.
Fall Session October – November, dates to be determined
Winter Session January – February, dates to be determined
Spring Session April – May, dates to be determined
Summer Session July – August, dates to be determined
Schedule of courses subject to change.
Eligibility Eligibility to sit for the CCS is set by AHIMA. While not required, one of the following is recommended to sit for the CCS examination:
Complete courses in all the following topics: anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic coding, and procedural coding and medical services (CPT/HCPCS) plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR
Minimum of two (2) years of related coding experience directly applying codes; OR
Hold the CCA® credential plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR
Hold a coding credential from another certifying organization plus one (1) year of coding experience directly applying codes; OR
Hold a CCS-P®, RHIT®, or RHIA® credential
To enroll in Libman Education’s CCS Exam Review learners should already be proficient in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT coding systems. For learners who require additional instruction in the coding systems, Libman Education offers a complete catalog of online coding courses. Contact [email protected] for recommendations.
Cari A. Greenwood, RHIA, CCS, CPC, CICA
With more than 18 years of experience in health information management (HIM), Cari Greenwood is a well-rounded HIM professional who holds RHIA and CCS credentials from AHIMA, a CPC credential from AAPC, and is an AHIMA-approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer and an HFMA-Certified Inpatient Coding Auditor. Through her 12 plus years as a coding educator, Cari has gathered insight and information derived from her experience working with individual professionals and teams as they pursue advanced HIM training.
Cari’s HIM expertise combined with her passion for teaching is the foundation for her career as an author and presenter specializing in coding and auditing education. As Cari has stated: “The challenge facing anyone working with data and code sets is that it requires regular study to stay current with the evolutions in healthcare and the ability to accurately and efficiently do the work required of an HIM professional. A strong foundation of core skills and knowledge is the beginning, not the totality of an HIM education, there is always more to learn.”
“I truly thank you Libman Group for your wonderful courses that have contributed to my success.” — Leslie Jay Corn, CCS, CPC, CCA/ER Coding Analyst/Boston Medical Center OR LogixHealth
“I’m pleasantly surprised at your response … really didn’t think I would receive anything at all, so, thank you! I believe that alone says a lot for Libman Education. I would recommend you to other coding professionals.” — Jennifer Jones, CPC
“Thank you! Your company provides outstanding service and we appreciate it!” — Jim Herren, RHIA, CCS, Parkland Health & Hospital System
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* Please note: It is important that each participant have the correct edition and date of each publication as specified. Failure to have the correct edition and date will result in not being able to complete assignments.
Candidates for the CCS exam are required to bring the correct edition of code books to the test center. Candidates who do not bring the correct code books to the test center will not be allowed to test and will forfeit their exam fees. The allowable code books are published on the AHIMA website (see “2021 List of Allowable Code Books”) https://www.ahima.org/certification-careers/certifications/ccs/
The CCS Practice Exam will help you improve your chance of CCS success!
Libman Education’s CCS Practice Exam tests your coding skills and identifies areas of knowledge that require additional study. The CCS Practice Exam provides a realistically intense test-taking experience and assesses your readiness to sit for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential exam.
Valuable Practical Experience: Libman Education’s CCS Practice Exam consists of 97 multiple choice questions and 8-9 coding scenarios that have 2 or 3 associated multiple choice, multiple response questions. The Practice Exam covers the four domains addressed by the CCS coding credential exam
Immediate results: Detailed and actionable exam results available upon completion of the practice exam
Exam corrected: Missed questions are identified to help the learner zero-in on areas needing additional study
Real-life feel: Experience the pressure of a timed test so you will be prepared for the actual CCS exam
A broad and thorough understanding of the CPT coding system leading to correct and defensible code selection is essential for coders working in the outpatient setting or physician practices. Learn CPT coding with the unique perspective and expertise offered by nationally recognized CPT coding expert Gail I. Smith!
CPT®: Procedural Coding provides a unique approach to mastering CPT coding. Breaking it down to three steps of progressive learning, Gail I. Smith is your active instructional partner, teaching you what you need to know:
Gain foundational understanding of the CPT coding system and its unique attributes
Learn how CPT coding accurately captures procedures in the different body systems
Practice your new CPT skills on real-world procedural cases
Step 1. CPT: Procedural Coding starts with foundational knowledge. Coders learn the principals governing accurate and complete CPT coding in any setting and any body system.
Organization and structure of CPT
Applying CPT guidelines for accurate code assignment
Abstracting information from a medical record and translating operative procedure notes to an accurate CPT
Understanding the unique tools within CPT to refine code selection
Correctly applying Modifiers including differentiating between physician-only and hospital outpatient modifiers
Evaluation and Management coding (including examples previewing the changes for 2021!)
Impact of NCCI edits
Medical necessity
Step 2. Armed with this foundational knowledge, coders learn CPT coding for a broad range of outpatient procedures:
General Surgery for all body systems: Integumentary, Musculoskeletal, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Urinary, Male and Female Genital, Nervous, Eyes and Auditory
Step 3. Practice, Practice, Practice! As a final step, coders put it all together and practice their CPT coding skills on 50 carefully selected real world outpatient surgical cases to reinforce learning and challenge coding skills.
CPT: Procedural Coding features:
On-demand, instructor-led, active learning featuring nationally recognized CPT coding expert Gail I. Smith. Let Gail show you how!
Critical decision-making skills and enhanced clinical knowledge to differentiate code selection.
Documentation drivers for accurate code assignments
Multi-media engaged learning. Real-life coding scenarios supplemented with carefully selected video clips to illustrate the full range of surgical techniques used for outpatient procedures
Introduction to the structure and design of the ICD-10-PCS system and coding guidelines. Course provides education on assigning codes within the medical and surgical section of ICD-10-PCS, with complete education on the 31 root operations used in the coding process.
Students who complete this course will be able to:
Identify the code format, system structure, and design of ICD-10-PCS.
Demonstrate the code building process through the use of the index and tables.
Apply Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting of ICD-10-PCS codes.
Given a case scenario, select the necessary statements to code and apply Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting to support an accurate code assignment.
Thorough and in-depth command of ICD-10-CM coding is essential for anyone seeking a position as a medical record coder.
Understand the structure of the ICD-10-CM classification system
Navigate the layout of the ICD-10-CM coding manual
Describe the ICD-10-CM Conventions and Sections of the Official Coding Guidelines
Identify and apply the steps required to code diagnoses using the ICD-10-CM
Apply chapter-specific guidelines and select proper diagnosis codes from ICD-10-CM
ICD-10-CM: Diagnosis Coding is a comprehensive program on the structure, function, and application of ICD-10-CM organized by body system. Includes the following modules:
Cari A. Greenwood, RHIA, CCS, CPC, CICA
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