Fall 2019 Official General Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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HIT 204 - ICD-10-CM & PCS Coding
Principles and application of the ICD-10-CM & PCS coding systems. Introduction to the Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reimbursement. Theory and practice of coding medical records using manual methods and encoder software systems.
Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: BIO 132 Anatomy and Physiology II, HIT 101 Introduction to Health Information Systems
Corequisite: HIT 205 Coding Practicum, HIT 240 Pathophysiology & Pharmacology
Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Identify the structure and format of the ICD-10-CM & PCS Coding System.
2. Describe the types of diagnoses and procedures that are coded using ICD-10-CM & PCS.
3. Select and accurately code diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM & PCS.
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