PMBA USA | FIMC Surgery Certification: Expert Training in Surgical Coding

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Requirement: Must be a certified medical coder.
Training Format: 100% online training program
Enrollment: Free of charge.
Completion Deadline: Must be completed within 30 days from the date of login.
Assessment: 1,000-question assessment with a mandatory passing score of 70%.

Why FIMC-Surgery?

Scarcity of Skilled Surgery Coders

Well-trained surgery coders are difficult to find and expensive to recruit.
Ongoing training and support for these coders can be a costly investment for any organization.

Complexity of Surgical Coding

Surgical coding is one of the most complex areas of medical coding, involving unique challenges and requiring extensive knowledge and experience.
Few certified coders have the necessary experience and specialty knowledge to excel in surgical coding.

Impact of Coder Turnover

Coder turnover can lead to inconsistent cash flow, creating peaks and valleys in revenue for healthcare organizations.

Cost Challenges for Smaller Practice

Smaller practices often find it difficult to justify the cost of a full-time surgery coder.
These coders, while highly skilled, often spend valuable time on non-coding tasks due to the nature of smaller practice environments.

No Room for Error

Accuracy in surgical coding is critical, especially when submitting Medicare and insurance claims.
There are significant legal and financial risks associated with upcoding or undervaluation, making precision essential

Requirements for Surgical Coders

Specialization

Just as surgeons specialize in particular fields, our surgical coders focus on specific surgical subspecialties
Each certified coder in the FIMC-Surgery program has a minimum of three years of single-specialty surgical coding experience.

Rigorous Proficiency Testing

To become credentialed, coders must pass a demanding proficiency test that includes actual de-identified operative reports from medical school faculty specialists.
Unlike standard certification exams that feature multiple-choice questions, the FIMC-Surgery exam tests real-world coding skills.

Ongoing Quality Assurance

Coders must maintain a 95% accuracy rate on ongoing random Quality Assurance/Continuous Accuracy Improvement reviews to keep their credentials.

Commitment to Learning

Surgical coding is not a skill that can be intuitively learned; it requires a substantial time commitment to master the rules, edits, regulations, and documentation requirements.
Like surgery itself, surgical coding is a career in its own right, demanding dedication and continuous learning.

The Importance of Precision in Surgical Coding

OIG and RAC Auditors : With auditors increasingly targeting surgical practices, it is imperative that Medicare and insurance claims are accurate the first time.
Surgical Specialty Coding : This area of coding encompasses the most complex portion of the CPT codes, presenting challenges in procedural, modifier, and diagnostic coding.
Financial and Legal Risks : Errors in coding can lead to significant legal and financial consequences, emphasizing the need for skilled, specialized coders.

The FIMC-Surgery program is designed for coders who aspire to specialize in the most challenging and rewarding area of medical coding—surgical coding. With free enrollment, rigorous training, and a focus on precision, this fellowship offers the opportunity to advance your career and become an invaluable asset in the healthcare industry.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and secure your future in medical coding. Enroll today and take the first step toward becoming a certified surgical coding specialist with FIMC-Surgery!

FIMC-Surgery : Fellowship in Medical Coding