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SUMMARY:ICD‑10‑CM for Beginners: Learn Your First Diagnosis Code
DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, hands‑on introduction to medical coding designed specifically for beginners. In this live session\, you’ll learn how ICD‑10‑CM diagnosis codes work\, how to look up a code using the Alphabetic Index and Tabular List\, and how coders read simple provider documentation. We’ll walk through a real beginner‑level example together so you can practice choosing your very first diagnosis code with guidance and support. \nThis session is perfect for anyone curious about medical coding\, exploring a new career path\, or wanting to understand how coders work with real documentation. At the end\, we’ll open the floor for questions about training\, certification\, job options\, and how to get started in the field. \nNo experience needed — just bring your curiosity. \nReserve your spot now — space is limited. Once you register\, you’ll receive a confirmation email\, calendar invite\, and reminders leading up to the event. \nClick the “Website” link below to register for free on Eventbrite and join us live. \n  \n 
URL:https://ppmcacademy.com/event/icd-10-cm-for-beginners-learn-your-first-diagnosis-code/
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CATEGORIES:ICD-10-CM Coding,Medical Coding
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SUMMARY:Code Your First Procedure: CPT for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Code Your First Procedure: CPT for Beginners \nWednesday\, October 14 • 6:30 PM CST / 7:30 PM EST \nFree Live Event for New & Aspiring Medical Coders \nIf you’ve ever wondered how medical coders choose procedure codes\, this beginner‑friendly session will show you exactly how CPT coding works — step‑by‑step\, with a simple minor procedure you can code along with. \nIn this live workshop\, you’ll learn how CPT is organized\, how to read procedure descriptions\, and how to identify the key details needed to select the correct code. Then we’ll walk through a real beginner‑level minor procedure together so you can practice coding your very first CPT code with guidance and support. \nNo experience is required — this session is designed specifically for brand‑new learners. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhat CPT codes are and how they’re structured\nHow to read and interpret procedure descriptions\nHow to identify key elements in a minor procedure\nHow to look up and select the correct CPT code\nHow CPT fits into the medical coding workflow\n\nPerfect for: \n\nBeginners exploring medical coding\nCareer changers\nStudents preparing for certification\nAnyone who wants hands‑on practice with real CPT coding\n\nAt the end\, we’ll open the floor for questions about training\, certification\, job options\, and how to continue learning CPT and E/M coding. You’ll also receive a link to additional beginner resources after the event. \nReserve your spot now — space is limited. \nOnce you register\, you’ll receive a confirmation email\, calendar invite\, and reminders leading up to the event. \nClick the “Website” link below to register for free on Eventbrite and join us live. \n*CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Copyright 2026. American Medical Association. All rights reserved.
URL:https://ppmcacademy.com/event/code-your-first-procedure-cpt-for-beginners/
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SUMMARY:How to Code a Doctor’s Visit: A Beginner’s Guide to Evaluation & Management
DESCRIPTION:This beginner‑friendly class teaches you how to code a simple doctor’s visit using Evaluation & Management (E/M) guidelines — without overwhelming you. If you’ve ever wondered how coders decide whether a visit is “low\,” “moderate\,” or “high” complexity\, this session breaks it down step‑by‑step in a way new learners can understand. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nwhat E/M coding is and why it matters\nhow medical coders read provider documentation\nthe four key elements of a visit note\nhow to identify medical decision‑making (MDM) in plain language\nhow to choose the correct E/M code for a basic office visit\n\nWe’ll walk through a real example together so you can practice choosing your first E/M code with guidance and support. No prior experience is required — this class is designed specifically for beginners and career changers exploring medical coding for the first time. \nAt the end of the session\, you’ll have time to ask questions about training\, certification\, job pathways\, and how to continue learning. This event is part of a beginner series created to help you build confidence one step at a time. \nReserve your spot now — space is limited. Once you register\, you’ll receive a confirmation email\, calendar invite\, and reminders leading up to the event. \nClick the “Website” link below to register for free on Eventbrite and join us live.
URL:https://ppmcacademy.com/event/how-to-code-a-doctors-visit-a-beginners-guide-to-evaluation-management/
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SUMMARY:Appointment Setting Live Online Event
DESCRIPTION:Appointment Setting: Where the Medical Billing Process Begins\n\n\n\nA patient calls a medical office to schedule an appointment. It may seem like a simple administrative task\, but the information collected during that first conversation can affect everything that follows. \n\n\n\nAppointment Setting introduces learners to the first stage of the medical billing process and shows how accurate scheduling helps prepare the practice for patient registration\, insurance verification\, billing\, and reimbursement. \n\n\n\nThis interactive\, beginner-friendly course follows the patient from the initial request for an appointment through the information needed to prepare for the visit. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n\nThe role of appointment setting in the medical billing process\n\n\n\nInformation needed when scheduling a new or returning patient\n\n\n\nIdentifying the reason for the visit\n\n\n\nSelecting the appropriate appointment type\n\n\n\nRoutine\, urgent\, follow-up\, and procedure scheduling\n\n\n\nCollecting accurate demographic and insurance information\n\n\n\nManaging cancellations\, rescheduling\, and no-shows\n\n\n\nCommunicating professionally with patients\n\n\n\nProtecting patient information during scheduling\n\n\n\nPreparing information for the next stage of the revenue cycle\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nWho This Course Is For\n\n\n\nThis course is designed for learners who are new to healthcare administration\, medical billing\, or the revenue cycle. It can also provide useful introductory knowledge for future medical coders who want to understand what happens before documentation reaches the coding and billing departments. \n\n\n\nSchedule and Format\n\n\n\nAppointment Setting: Where the Medical Billing Process Begins 📅 Thursday\, November 12\, 2026 🕡 6:30–8:30 PM Central 💻 Live Online 💲 Free
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