Take the Jump from ICD-9 to ICD-10!!

Certified Coders!…take the leap from ICD-9 to ICD-10 with a little help from MediQuick Physician Services.  We have AAPC-approved ICD-10 training which will equip you with the knowledge in guidelines, code sets, terminology and hands-on application that is needed to re-certify and retain your coding credential.

Training will be available in several formats, including seminars and classroom courses.  Our first ICD-10 training seminar will be held on January 27th in conjunction with the 2012 Winter Coding Conference, and additional seminars will be scheduled throughout the year.  All seminars are approved for 6 AAPC CEUs.

Upcoming classroom courses will be developed with a combination of anatomy and ICD-10 training to ensure you are comprehensively trained and prepared.    Scheduling of these classes will be announced soon.

Skip the webinars and other hi-tech training, and attend a course that allows face-to-face interaction, personal attention and classroom discussion.  Your career is worth it!

Considering a new career in medical billing or coding?   Seeking to further your existing career by achieving your coding certification?   If you are like most accomplished medical coders and billers, we all started with questions….good questions such as these:

• What is the difference in medical coding and medical billing?
• Do I need to be certified to get a job?
• How much education do these careers require?
• How much money can I make in coding and billing?
• What type of job can I expect to have after education?
• Is it better to work in a hospital or a doctor’s office?
• What are all of the different certifications for?
• Can I perform this type of work from home?
• How do I get started?
• How much does it cost?

If you have these questions and more, please join us for a FREE Career Development Information Seminar, and get the information that you need to make good career choices.  You will speak directly with someone who has enjoyed a career in medical billing and coding for many years.  Tamra Lahmer, Founder and President of MediQuick Physician Services started the company from a home-based business which performed medical billing for a group of emergency room physicians.  Very soon, the business demand grew to a thriving and successful corporation. 

Tamra enjoys sharing her tips for success while helping others achieve a career in billing and coding as an instructor of medical coding classes.  She will provide you with all of the information that you need to make good decisions about your career choices. 

This is a FREE seminar but seating is limited.

Refreshments will be served.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO ENJOYING A NEW CAREER!

Call MediQuick Physician Services today at (817) 923-5553, fax a Registration Form or email your name and telephone number with date preference to info@mediquickps.com to register!

Do you need a good refresher to BOOST your coding knowledge?  Are you preparing to sit for the distinguished AAPC CPC examination?  MediQuick is ready to help you by hosting a CPC Exam Prep and Review Class which is offered on several dates throughout the year.  This class is approved by AAPC for 7 CEUs and will cover all facets of coding, including ICD-9, CPT, HCPCS and the guidelines that support proper coding in each area.  We will review CPT and ICD-9 guidelines and provide you with test-taking Quick Tips for conquering common areas of challenge.  

At the conclusion of the day, each student will take a timed ”mock” CPC exam which will be reviewed in class for proficiency and accuracy. 

Many of the CPC Prep Classes offer a PRIVATE CPC examination on the following day reserved only for attendees of the CPC Prep Class. 

Already certified?  Your attendance will  earn 7 CEUs toward annual AAPC re-certification requirements.  You can complete the day without participating in the mock CPC exam.

If you need a thorough coding refresher, then sign up today!  Classes are very limited, and will fill quickly.   For dates and other information, see our Calendar of Events or download a brochure.   A Registration Form  will save your seat and get you on your way to becoming an AAPC credentialed CPC coder!  

Questions?  Just contact us at info@mediquickps.com, or call us at (817) 923-5553.   Ask for Tamra or Cheree!  They will be happy to help you.

Today’s coders require a cutting edge knowledge to satisfy the ever-changing demands of medical coding.   2012  offers several opportunities to begin the advancement of your coding knowledge and your career.  During the month of January, MediQuick will hold a Winter Coding Conference series which offers the medical coder and biller several opportunities to receive advanced training.  A variety of subject matters are available, and each one will be sure to keep your career moving on a upward path!

Our 2012 Winter Coding Conference  consists of four separate seminars and the attendee can select those that meet their specific educational needs.    These seminars have been designed to be useful and applicable to coders, billers, office managers, practice administrators and even physicians.  

ICD-10 Training and Workshop, 2012 CPT and ICD-9 Coding Updates, Advanced Coding and Skill Development and Maximizing Physician Reimbursement are offered throughout the month of January and there is certainly something for everyone.   Each seminar you attend is approved for 6 CEUs which allows the opportunity to earn up to 24 CEUs at a very reasonable rate. 

Unlike traditional webinars, the Winter Conference series presents the material with the benefit of  face-to-face communication with the instructor which allows for questions, discussion and increased knowledge.  All seminars are taught by an experienced American Academy of Professional Coders approved instructor (CPC-I) who has earned a reputation for quality in content through years of public speaking and classroom education.   To top it off, the structure of this conference series is … THE MORE YOU LEARN, THE MORE YOU WILL SAVE!! 

Please view the 2012 Winter Coding Conference brochure for more information on each seminar as well as pricing information.  Simply select which seminar(s) you would like to attend and fax or mail the completed registration form to MediQuick Physician Services.  If you have any questions regarding any of the seminars being offered, please contact our office at 817-923-5553 and our Education Coordinator will be happy to assist you.

Do you need a good refresher to BOOST your coding knowledge?  Are you preparing to sit for the distinguished AAPC CPC examination?  MediQuick is ready to help you by hosting a CPC Exam Prep and Review Class which is offered on several dates throughout the year.  This class is approved by AAPC for 7 CEUs and will cover all facets of coding, including ICD-9, CPT, HCPCS and the guidelines that support proper coding in each area.  We will review the toughest of all scenarios, such as evaluation and management code levels, cardiovascular and other surgical coding, dialysis, anesthesia, modifiers, and diagnosis code selection.  

In addition to working through hands-on scenarios, each student will take a timed ”mock” CPC exam which will be reviewed in class for proficiency and accuracy. 

Already certified?  Your attendance will  earn 7 CEUs toward annual AAPC re-certification requirements.  You can complete the day without participating in the mock CPC exam.

If you need a thorough coding refresher, then sign up today!  Classes are very limited, and will fill quickly.   For dates and other information, see our Calendar of Events or download a brochure.   A Registration Form  will save your seat and get you on your way to becoming an AAPC credentialed CPC coder!  

Questions?  Just contact us at info@mediquickps.com, or call us at (817) 923-5553.   Ask for Tamra!  She’ll be happy to help you.

Now enrolling for 2012 Advanced Coding Classes!  Are you ready to take that final step toward achieving your Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential?  Registration is underway for the first  AAPC Advanced Coding Class in 2012. The CPC credential is highly recognized and distinguished among health care professionals, and is required by many employers for coding, billing and management careers. If you are interested in becoming an AAPC Certified Coder (CPC), then this course is the next step in your career path!  You will be taught how to apply CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS codes to medical records of all specialties, including Surgery, Anesthesia, Radiology, Pathology and the most difficult and highly audited set of CPT codes – Evaluation and Management.  Completion of this course will prepare the student to take the CPC exam, which is privately proctored for all students upon completion of the class.

Course Days:  Saturdays

Course Dates:  January 21-May 5

Times:  9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost of Course:  $1,200

Cost of Textbooks:  $120

Additional books required:  Current year CPT, HCPCS and ICD-9 books are required for the course and the CPC exam.  Coding books may be purchased from MediQuick at a bundle price of $200, or purchased independently. 

Registration Form

• Open registration until January 6.  Call for late registration options!!
Payment for textbooks and coding books is payable at time of registration.
Financing is available on all classes.
Early payment cash/check discounts are available on all classes.
Coding books need not be purchased through MediQuick.  However, certain publisher requirements must be met for use with the AAPC Coding  Certification Examination.

Fax or mail your registration form to:

4813 Green Oaks Drive · River Oaks, Texas 76114
Ph: (817) 923-5553 · Fx: (817) 923-5549
tlahmer@mediquickps.com · www.mediquickps.com

Enrollment for 2012 Beginning Coding Classes are underway!  Sign up for Beginning Coding, and get started learning the basics of CPT and ICD-9 coding.  If you are interested in becoming an AAPC Certified Coder (CPC), then this Beginning Coding course is an important step in your career path!  You will be taught a comprehensive approach to understanding the importance of coding, and the proper use of coding books, health care websites and coding terminology.   This class will whet your appetite for the Advanced Coding for Certification course, and will ultimately prepare you for achievement of the AAPC CPC credential. 

Already have a knowledgebase in medical coding, but want to achieve your CPC credential?  By passing a test to determine your proficiency, you can eliminate the beginning coding class from your schedule.  Contact MediQuick Physician Services for more information on qualifying to waive class requirements.

Days:  Wednesday

Times:  6 to 9 p.m.

Course Length:  January 11 through May 9

Cost of Course:  $480

Cost of Textook:  $95

Coding Books Required:  Current year CPT, HCPCS and ICD-9 (Coding bundle may be purchased through MediQuick for $200)

Registration_Form               Tuition Payment Contract

Open registration until December 28th.  CALL FOR LATE REGISTRATION OPTIONS.  Late registration may incur additional shipping costs of textbook(s).  Payment for textbook is payable at time of registration.
Financing is available on all classes.
Early payment cash/check discounts are available on all classes.
Coding books need not be purchased through MediQuick.  However, certain publisher requirements must be met for use with the AAPC Coding  Certification Examination.
Coding books purchased for the Beginning Coding Class may be re-used for the Advanced Coding Class (same year only)

Fax or mail your Registration Form  to:

4813 Green Oaks Drive · Fort Worth, Texas 76114
Ph: (817) 923-5553 · Fx: (817) 923-5549
info@mediquickps.com · www.mediquickps.com

Now Enrolling for Medical Insurance Billing classes!  Sign up for our medical billing course, and get started learning the art of medical insurance reimbursement.  Providers are in desperate need for skilled health insurance specialists who understand more than the basics of claim submission.  This  course is designed to train anyone who has a hand  in the billing cycle of a health provider’s office, including front desk operations, electronic claims submission, and payment posting with appeal techniques for denied claims.  Each type of insurance payer will be introduced, including Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Workers Compensation and commercial insurance.  Successful completion of this course will equip you with the classroom knowledge to begin working in a medical office immediately upon completion.

Prerequisite courses include Medical Terminology and Beginning Coding classes.  Already have a knowledgebase in terminology and coding, but want to register for this course?  By passing a test to determine your proficiency, you can eliminate the medical terminology and beginning coding class from your schedule.  Contact MediQuick Physician Services for more information on qualifying to waive pre-requisite classes. 

Course Days:  Thursdays

Course Dates:  January 12 through April 26

Times:  6:00  p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Cost of Course:  $420

Cost of Text book:  $100

Registration Form

Class size is limited!
Open registration until December 30th. CALL FOR LATE REGISTRATION OPTIONS.
Payment for textbook is payable at time of registration.
Financing is available on all classes.
Early payment cash/check discounts are available on all classes. 

4813 Green Oaks Drive · Fort Worth, Texas 76114
Ph: (817) 923-5553 · Fx: (817) 923-5549
info@mediquickps.com · www.mediquickps.com

Enrolling now for 2012 classes!  Medical Terminology is an essential fundamental to any health care career.  If you are interested in becoming an AAPC Certified Coder (CPC), or a medical biller, then this Medical Terminology course is the first step in your career path!  Reading medical records and physician  documentation requires a comprehensive knowledge of the medical language and abbreviations, as well as anatomy and physiology.  This class will get you started with the right tools for your new career!

Already have a knowledgebase in medical terminology?  By passing a test to determine your proficiency, you can eliminate the class from your classroom requirements.  Nurses and other clinical staff with degrees or licenses  in their field may also waive the Medical Terminology class.

Days:  Mondays

Times:  6 to 9 p.m.

Course Length:  January 9 through April 23

Cost of Course:  $430

Cost of Textook:  $75

Registration closes two weeks prior to class.  CALL FOR LATE REGISTRATION OPTIONS!!
Payment for textbook is due at time of registration.
Financing is available on all classes.
Early payment cash/check discounts are available on all classes.

Fax or mail your registration form to:

4813 Green Oaks Drive · Fort Worth, Texas 76114
Ph: (817) 923-5553 · Fx: (817) 923-5549
info@mediquickps.com · www.mediquickps.com

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS SPECIALTY EDUCATION AND AAPC CODING CERTIFICATION  – Certified General Surgery Coder!   This two-day course offers ten hours of comprehensive specialty knowledge in general surgical coding. 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain knowledge in the following areas:

• Read and abstract physician office notes and operative notes to apply correct ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II and modifier coding assignments
• Application of evaluation and management (both the 1995 and 1997 Documentation Guidelines)
• Rules and regulations of Medicare billing including (but not limited to) incident to, teaching situations, shared visits, consultations and global surgery
• Coding of surgical procedures performed by general surgeons such as colonoscopy, hernia repairs, breast procedures, transplants, etc.
• Time-based coding
• Medical terminology
• Anatomy and physiology

To get additional details on the in-depth training you will receive during this course, please view our General Surgery Specialty Coder Brochure.  This course will prepare you in all of the areas necessary to be a excellent coder in your favorite specialty and gaining specialized knowledge in your career.

To participate in this course, please complete the Specialty Course Registration Form  and submit to MediQuick Physician Services.