Full course description





Course Overview
This course delivers comprehensive training in outpatient medical insurance coding, with a focus on the accurate use of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes. Learn how to align coding and documentation with payer-specific requirements, avoid common billing errors, and reduce legal and financial risk. Through concise, expert-led lessons, you'll gain the skills to improve reimbursement accuracy, minimize claim denials, and maintain billing compliance. The course also covers advanced topics such as CPT modifiers, MIPS, APMs, and place-of-service (POS) codes, ensuring your practice stays current and financially sound.

Who Should Enroll
Ideal for healthcare professionals involved in coding or billing, dentists and physicians in private practice, and practice managers and clinic staff looking to boost reimbursement accuracy and compliance.

Course Instructor

Julie Peterson, PT, DPT, EdD, FNAP
Associate Professor, School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
Creighton University
Dr. Julie Peterson is an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at Creighton University and Director of Clinical Operations for the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. She leads simulation-based learning and oversees multiple therapy service sites. With advanced degrees in physical therapy and interdisciplinary leadership, her work focuses on pelvic health, clinical reasoning and competency-based education.

What You’ll Learn
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Accurately apply ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to outpatient services.
- Understand and meet payer documentation and billing guidelines.
- Use coding accuracy to reduce claim denials and improve reimbursement outcomes.
- Describe insurance terminology, regulatory updates, and industry standards.
- Identify and prevent common coding errors that can lead to delays, denials, or audits.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of Insurance Coding, participants will be prepared to enhance reimbursement accuracy, maintain compliance, and strengthen the financial health of your practice. This course is also stackable and can count toward the completion of the Certificate in Practice Management.

FAQ
What are the benefits of completing this course?
By completing Insurance Coding, you’ll be able to accurately apply ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes, reduce claim denials, ensure billing compliance, and support the financial health of your outpatient practice.
Does this course count toward the Certificate of Practice Management?
Yes, this discipline-specific course is part of the Practice Management Certificate program. Completing this course brings you closer to earning the certificate. To earn the full certificate, you’ll need to complete a total of five courses.
How long does it take to complete?
This course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own convenience. Most professionals complete the course in 60 minutes, but you can take as much time as needed to fit your schedule.
How is the course structured?
This course is taught online and asynchronously. This flexible structure allows you to complete lessons at your own pace, making it ideal for busy professionals. This course includes video lessons, downloadable tools and interactive activities to guide your decision-making process.
Can I earn Continuing Education Credits?
Check with your state’s credentialing body to determine if this course is eligible for continuing education credits for your profession.
