Medical Billing & Coding: Dual CPC/CRC Preparation Self-Paced

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Medical Billing & Coding: Dual CPC/CRC Preparation Self-Paced

Medical Billing & Coding: Dual CPC/CRC Preparation Self-Paced

$3,300.00

Dual Certification in Medical Billing & Coding

The CPC + CRC certification combines the CPC (Certified Professional Coder) with the CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder). This dual certification demonstrates expertise in both medical coding and risk adjustment, qualifying students as healthcare business professionals and expanding their career opportunities within the healthcare industry.

Both medical coding and risk adjustment play essential roles in healthcare operations. Medical coders identify billable information from clinical documentation and translate it into standardized codes. Risk adjustment coders specialize in capturing and documenting patient diagnoses to support accurate risk scores, which directly impact healthcare reimbursement models.

Dual certification as a CPC and CRC validates expertise in pro-fee coding, hierarchical condition category (HCC) coding, risk adjustment models, and accurate documentation review to support proper reimbursement and compliance.

Many professionals choose dual certification to gain an advantage in employability and salary negotiations. With an online coding and risk adjustment program, students can earn both certifications within 9 – 12 months, preparing them for careers in health plans, physician offices, outpatient facilities, and accountable care organizations (ACOs).

Legacy has partnered with AAPC, the leading authority in medical coding and risk adjustment certification. AAPC sets the standard for coding excellence and created the CRC® and CPC® certifications, which are industry-recognized credentials for professional coders.

CRC/CPCs have demonstrated:

Expertise in HCC coding and risk adjustment models (e.g., CMS-HCC, HHS-HCC)
Proficiency in abstracting clinical documentation and applying ICD-10-CM codes for chronic conditions and comorbidities
Understanding of hierarchical condition categories (HCCs) and their impact on risk scores and reimbursements
Knowledge of CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding guidelines
Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, False Claims Act, and Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) audits
Ability to analyze medical records for proper documentation that supports chronic conditions and accurate risk scores
Skills in conducting provider education on compliant documentation practices

This course includes: