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ICD-10-CM Coding & Classification (HIT 201)

Term: 2014-2015 AY - Fall Semester

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Donna HumphreyShow MyInfo popup for Donna Humphrey
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This course introduces the student to coding and classification schemes for hospital inpatients. The emphasis is on International Classification of Disease-10th-Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM/PCS) as well as the current ICD- 9-CM. Practical application of coding includes basic to intermediate levels with a brief introduction to advanced concepts. Students will study the use and application of codes in the development of indices and as a mechanism in the reimbursement process. Prerequisite: HIT136; Co-requisite: BIO216.