CPT Coding: Urinary and Male Reproductive System, Female Reproductive System, Materinity Care, and Delivery Procedures (50,000 Series)

This credential documents competencies including reading medical charts, coding diagnoses using ICD-10-CM, coding medical procedures using CPT, and having familiarity with HCPCS Level II and ICD-10-PCS coding requirements. A general understanding of medical insurance and the medical billing process is also required. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology are important to this field. This credential documents the essential skills for a medical coder working in various health settings. The successful medical coder will demonstrate proficiency with coding manuals and have the ability to extract coding information from medical documentation. The medical coder also needs thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.