ADMN 2303 - CPT Coding

3 sem hrs cr

CPT Coding provides an introduction to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS Level II coding systems. Topics include CPT coding format and conventions, applying coding guidelines to ensure accurate code assignment, complexities of assigning evaluation and management codes and the format and usage of coding and modifiers. Prerequisite: ADMN 1306  and HCMT 2315   

In rare and unusual circumstances, a course prerequisite can be overridden with the permission of the Department Lead for the discipline.

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UN

• Use the CPT and HCPCS manuals to assign billing codes
• Demonstrate the ability to assign modifiers as appropriate to the related CPT code
• Explain evaluation and management code assignment
• Explain consultation codes
• Assign CPT codes associated with anesthesia services

Course Objectives

• Identify when to use CPT codes
• Select the appropriate CPT code based on the case
• Describe the difference between CPT and HCPCS codes