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Laguna Hills, CA, August 9, 2010 – Allied Medical School is helping coding professionals keep their careers on track with the introduction of their new ICD-10 Comprehensive Coding course. The ICD-10 online course prepares students to successfully pass the mandatory ICD-10 proficiency exam, which is required by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) in order to maintain professional coding credentials. The U.S. health care system will transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 as the HIPAA mandated code is set to begin on October 1st, 2013. Anyone who is new to health care, or professionals already working in the industry, will be affected by the new coding system, which will go from 13,000 to 68,000 ICD-10 codes. In fact, new coding rules and guidelines mean industry-wide changes. Nationally recognized associations, such as AHIMA and the AAPC, are suggesting that early training is the key to a successful transition. Allied’s online ICD-10-CM course is a flexible training option for individuals who understand the major benefits of early preparation, including increased career marketability over those who wait. “We are excited to be one of the first schools to offer ICD-10 online training. We have set up special pricing for coders and because the course is online and affordable, we plan on being the largest provider of ICD-10-CM training in the industry,” said George Achenbach, president of Allied Medical School. Allied’s 45- hour ICD-10-CM Comprehensive Coding Training course provides extensive training so that students understand the fundamentals, organization, and structure of this new coding classification system. Additionally, students will study the similarities and differences between ICD-10-CM and ICD-9-CM, including chapter-specific changes and coding conventions and guidelines. A combination of online lessons, online module quizzes, textbooks and learning resources reinforce knowledge learned and prepare students to pass the online final at the end of the course. The ICD-10 online course is currently 8 with a 0 discount for those who pay their tuition in full. There are also interest-free payment plans available, including an option to get started for only 8 down. The entire course is 100% online, so students make their own study schedules and can maintain other obligations while pursuing their training. It’s a flexible and convenient way for students to keep their health care careers on track. To learn more about ICD-10 online training with Allied, please visit www.medicalcodingcourses.com or call (888) 822-2923 to speak with an Admissions Representative.
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