Introduction to Coding: Introduction to HCPCS Part 1: Structure & Format

Video 1 of 2, reviewing HCPCS coding structure and purpose.
Uses in the 2018/2019 Code Set.
Some class references may be made.
Video originally recored March 11/2019

[@lanaharlow2515]

~ 0:30 -
'Indexies' should be 'indices' (& pronounced like 'in-dess-ies').
Uncannily, 'appendices' - ✔ spelling
but not pronounced as 'appendixies' (yes, same format as above - 'appen-dess-ies').

[@CodingwithMissMelanie]

Hi Lana, Thank you for your feedback. Interestingly, different regions pronounce terms differently. While I don't feel this is a major difference in the HIM world, I would agree that medical terminology and pronunciation is important. As for our area in the world, the pronunciation used is accurate. 😁