This comprehensive training guides you through the entire landscape of drug coding and billing. You’ll explore the structure of National Drug Codes (NDC), learn how to crosswalk identifiers like RxNorm and UNII codes, and compare brand versus generic mapping. The curriculum also covers essential administrative codes, including HCPCS drug levels, J-codes, CPT injection billing, and infusion reporting. Each section is designed to help you understand how to track, classify, and code medications accurately.
You’ll also gain in-depth knowledge of diagnosis coding for drug-related events, such as adverse effects, underdosing, abuse, and pregnancy considerations. The course reviews procedure codes for drug monitoring, pharmacogenomics, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and vaccine administration. Finally, you’ll master billing processes, CMS pricing, MUE edits, prior authorization workflows, and compliance safeguards like OIG focus areas and telehealth drug rules. Curious how these codes impact reimbursement and audits? You’ll find out here.
By completing this program, you’ll build skills that set you apart in pharmacy billing, medical coding, and compliance management. You’ll be equipped to navigate complex regulations, prevent costly denials, and support safer patient care. Whether you’re a coder, biller, auditor, or healthcare administrator, this knowledge will empower you to improve accuracy and efficiency. Ready to uncover how technology and future trends are reshaping drug coding? Start learning today. This course material was reviewed and approved by Muhammad Atif Javed, a certified Medical Biller and Coder. He is a registered pharmacist and has been professionally working in medical billing and coding for three years.
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