18 courses with the subject MCCG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MCCG 100Introduction to Reimbursement and Coding
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides an introduction to reimbursement methodologies and clinical coding systems used in healthcare. Students will explore the common insurance programs and methods for submitting healthcare claims. Payer regulations, revenue cycle tools, and electronic billing processes will also be covered, along with HIPAA, state, and federal regulations and compliance practices across healthcare settings.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the reimbursement methodologies and clinical coding systems essential in healthcare. Students will explore the principles of medical billing, insurance claim cycles, payer types, and reimbursement systems, including government, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, commercial, and workers’ compensation.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course covers diagnostic coding utilizing the clinical ICD-10-CM classification system. Students will learn how to accurately assign diagnosis codes utilizing both manual and electronic applications. Topics will also include ICD-10-CM characteristics and format and official coding guidelines and conventions.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course covers diagnostic coding utilizing the clinical ICD-10-CM classification system. Students will learn how to accurately assign diagnosis codes utilizing the coding manuals. Topics will also include ICD-10-CM characteristics, format, official coding guidelines, and conventions.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course features the basics of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS Level II) clinical classification systems and outpatient/physician office reimbursement methodologies. The use and maintenance of electronic applications and work processes supporting classification and coding are also covered. Topics include the assignment of procedure codes, evaluation of accurate procedural groupings, interpretation of relevant regulations and coding guidelines, validation of coding accuracy by comparison of health records, and examination of reimbursement systems.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides a foundation in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS Level II coding, equipping students with the essential skills required for accurate procedural coding and billing in a healthcare setting. This course emphasizes the accurate application of CPT codes across various medical specialties, the correct use of modifiers, and integration with HCPCS Level II and ICD-10-CM codes. The course prepares students to apply these concepts and supports the knowledge requirements for the AAPC’s Certified Professional Biller (CPB) certification.
MCCG 148Evaluation and Management Coding and Payor Methodologies
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides continuing exploration of Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding and introduction to payor reimbursement methodologies, essential for accurate claims processing and revenue cycle management. Students will gain practical knowledge of CPT E/M coding guidelines, CMS documentation requirements, and medical necessity concepts, as well as a thorough understanding of private and public payor methodologies, including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurers. Aligned with AAPC’s CPB certification requirements, this course prepares students to code and bill confidently in outpatient and physician office settings.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course covers procedural coding for utilizing the ICD-10-PCS classification system and reimbursement methodologies. Students will learn how to build an ICD-10-PCS procedure code using coding tables as well as an encoder. Topics will also include ICD-10-PCS organization and structure and official coding guidelines and conventions. Students will also prepare for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) examination.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides a thorough examination of the medical revenue cycle, from patient scheduling and insurance verification to payment posting and collections. Students will learn industry-standard practices for submitting clean claims, reducing denials, interpreting remittance advice, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Aligned with AAPC CPB certification domains, this course prepares learners for real-world billing roles and the certification exam.
MCCG 210Clinical Documentation: Integrity and Quality
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course provides an overview of documentation reporting in healthcare settings. The integrity and quality of clinical documentation is discussed as it relates to data collection, analysis, and presentation. Additional topics will include the analysis and display of data for quality assurance, utilization review, risk management, and reimbursement.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course is focused on the advanced application of the ICD-10-CM classification systems. Application-based assignments will be utilized to allow students to demonstrate advanced knowledge of coding conventions, coding principles, and official coding guidelines. Students will use relevant patient information from case studies to assign codes to diagnosis statements and generate physician queries. Coding characteristics, conventions, and guidelines will be applied in identifying and accurately assigning codes to diseases and conditions.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course is focused on the advanced application of ICD-10-CM classification systems. Application-based assignments will be utilized to allow students to demonstrate advanced knowledge of coding conventions, coding principles, and official coding guidelines. Students will use relevant patient information from case studies to assign codes to diagnosis statements and generate physician queries. Coding characteristics, conventions, and guidelines will be applied to identify and accurately assign codes to diseases and conditions.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course is focused on the advanced application of CPT and HCPCS Level II classification systems. Application-based assignments will be utilized to allow students to demonstrate advanced knowledge of coding conventions, coding principles, and official coding guidelines. Students will use relevant patient information from case studies to assign codes to diagnosis/procedure statements and generate physician queries. Coding characteristics, conventions, and guidelines will be applied in identifying and accurately assigning codes to diseases, conditions, and procedures.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This advanced course builds on foundational coding principles to provide in-depth instruction in the application of CPT® (Current Procedural Terminology) and HCPCS Level II coding systems. Students will gain specialized knowledge in accurately interpreting medical documentation to assign CPT® and HCPCS Level II codes for complex procedures and services across multiple specialties, including surgery, radiology, pathology, anesthesia, and durable medical equipment (DME). This course is designed to prepare students for advanced professional roles in coding and supports readiness for the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) certification exam.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course involves the study of the evaluation and management services (E/M) clinical classification system for physician/patient encounters. The use and maintenance of electronic applications and work processes supporting classification and coding are discussed. Topics include the assignment of E/M codes based on physician and outpatient encounters, the interpretation of relevant regulations and coding guidelines, and the validation of coding accuracy by comparison with the health record. A working knowledge of E/M coding will be obtained to ensure optimal compliance with current rules and regulations.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course offers an in-depth examination of Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, with a focus on accurately selecting and applying CPT E/M codes in accordance with official coding guidelines and payer requirements. Students will learn to analyze clinical documentation to determine the appropriate E/M service levels using the components of Medical Decision Making (MDM) and time-based coding, in accordance with current CPT updates and CMS guidelines. The course prepares students to apply these concepts and supports the knowledge requirements for the AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to utilize the knowledge and skills developed throughout the program in a supervised authentic coding practicum experience or a simulated virtual environment. This is an opportunity for students to demonstrate coding competency to professional standards of accuracy, productivity, and reporting. Students will evaluate the accuracy and completeness of the patient record as defined by policy, regulations, and standards, and summarize findings to share with stakeholders. Additionally, students will prepare to sit for the AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P®) certification exam, which assesses mastery-level proficiency in coding.
Semester Credit Hour(s) 3 The Professional Coder Practicum course provides hands-on, experiential learning designed to bridge the gap between coding theory and real-world medical coding practice. Students will refine their skills in CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding principles through case-based learning, medical documentation abstraction, and timed practice exams. This practicum emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills required for the professional coding environment, including auditing, resolving coding conflicts, and applying payer-specific guidelines. The course prepares students to apply these concepts and supports the knowledge requirements for the AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification.
