FTC Medical Coding and Consulting

Courses & Curriculum

Comprehensive virtual training programs designed to take you from no experience to a certified, job-ready medical coder.

100% Virtual

Live sessions via RingCentral — attend from anywhere.

Live & Interactive

Real-time instruction, not pre-recorded videos.

Expert-Led

16 years of AAPC-certified industry experience.

Mentor Support

Post-graduation mentorship and job placement help.

Classes starting soon — November enrollment is now open!

Upcoming Cohort Start Dates

New classes begin five times a year. Seats are limited — reserve yours early.

November

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January

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March

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May

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September

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Contact us to confirm exact start dates and available seats for each cohort.

How Our Program Works

All FTC Medical Coding and Consulting courses are held 100% virtually via RingCentral, so you can attend from anywhere with an internet connection. Sessions are live and interactive — not pre-recorded — giving you real-time access to your instructor and the ability to ask questions as you learn.

Our curriculum is built around what employers actually need. You won't just memorize codes — you'll learn how to think like a coder, read clinical documentation, and apply coding guidelines with confidence.

Live virtual medical coding class via RingCentral

Our Courses

Click any course to see the full curriculum, topics covered, and schedule details.

The language of medicine is the foundation of accurate coding. This course teaches you how to build, break down, and interpret medical terms used in clinical documentation, operative reports, and physician notes — so you can code with confidence from day one.

What You'll Learn

  • Word roots, prefixes, and suffixes
  • Body system terminology (cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, and more)
  • Abbreviations and acronyms used in healthcare
  • Reading and interpreting clinical documentation
  • Pharmacology and diagnostic terminology
  • Applying terminology to real coding scenarios

Course Details

Duration

4 Weeks

Schedule

2 live sessions per week via RingCentral

Prerequisites

No prior experience required

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Medical coders must understand the human body to accurately interpret clinical documentation. This course builds the anatomical and physiological knowledge base every coder needs to assign codes correctly and understand what they're coding.

What You'll Learn

  • Body systems overview (cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, digestive, and more)
  • Organs, structures, and their functions
  • Disease processes and conditions relevant to coding
  • Reading and interpreting operative reports
  • Pathophysiology fundamentals
  • Connecting anatomy directly to ICD-10-CM and CPT codes

Course Details

Duration

6 Weeks

Schedule

2 live sessions per week via RingCentral

Prerequisites

Can be taken alongside Medical Terminology

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ICD-10-CM is the standard system for coding diagnoses in the United States. This course gives you a thorough understanding of the code set, its structure, and the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting — the rulebook every coder must know.

What You'll Learn

  • ICD-10-CM code structure and format
  • Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
  • Coding conventions: includes, excludes, code first, use additional code
  • Acute vs. chronic conditions and sequencing rules
  • Signs, symptoms, and uncertain diagnoses
  • Injury, poisoning, and external cause coding
  • Z-codes and factors influencing health status
  • Hands-on practice with real clinical scenarios

Course Details

Duration

8 Weeks

Schedule

2 live sessions per week via RingCentral

Prerequisites

Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology for Coders

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CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) and HCPCS Level II codes are used to report procedures, services, and supplies to payers. This course covers both code sets in depth, including modifier usage, bundling rules, and payer-specific guidelines.

What You'll Learn

  • CPT code structure, categories, and conventions
  • Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding
  • Surgery section: global periods, separate procedures, and bundling
  • Radiology, pathology, laboratory, and medicine sections
  • Modifiers: when and how to use them correctly
  • HCPCS Level II codes for supplies, equipment, and drugs
  • Medicare and Medicaid billing guidelines
  • Hands-on practice with operative and procedure notes

Course Details

Duration

8 Weeks

Schedule

2 live sessions per week via RingCentral

Prerequisites

Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, and ICD-10-CM

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Targeted, intensive preparation for the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. With a 95% first-time pass rate — nearly double the 50% national average — this course gives you every advantage going into exam day.

What You'll Learn

  • Full review of all CPC exam content domains
  • Timed practice exams with detailed answer review
  • Test-taking strategies and time management
  • High-yield coding scenarios and case studies
  • AAPC guidelines and exam format walkthrough
  • Weak-area identification and targeted review
  • One-on-one instructor support sessions

Course Details

Duration

10 Weeks

Schedule

3 live sessions per week via RingCentral

Prerequisites

All core courses: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-10-CM, and CPT & HCPCS

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Class Schedule & Format

All courses run on a cohort model — you start and finish with the same group of students, building a network of peers as you learn. New cohorts begin in November, January, March, May, and September.

Sessions are held in the evenings and on weekends to accommodate working adults and those with family responsibilities. Exact session times are confirmed at enrollment.

Program Details

PlatformRingCentral (link provided at enrollment)
Cohort StartsNovember, January, March, May, September
Session Length90 minutes per session
Class SizeSmall cohorts for personalized attention
RecordingsSessions recorded for enrolled students to review
MaterialsAll course materials provided digitally
Open ToAdults 18 and older

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The next cohort starts in November — seats are limited. Contact us to reserve your spot.

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