Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

• Basic understanding of anatomy, medical terminology, and outpatient coding rules
• Likely graduation in medical/paramedical/life sciences

The COC program equips learners to proficiently assign outpatient diagnostic and procedural codes (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS), correctly prepare CMS‑1500 and UB‑04 claims, and maintain compliance with regulations. Training involves intensive focus on outpatient reimbursement methodologies (OPPS, APCs), bundling rules, charge master updates, and proper use of modifiers