HIM 221 - Procedure Coding

Credit(s): 3
This course is designated to provide the student with an understanding of Procedural Coding and their accurate utilization. Emphasis is placed on coding and classifying procedures using the ICD 9 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) & ICD 10 Procedure Coding System (PCS) coding classification systems, including: Evaluation and Management (E&M), Surgery, Radiology, Anesthesia, Pathology & Lab, and Medicine coding sections. In addition, the usage and application of Modifiers and HCPCS codes in coding procedures will also be covered. A Medical Billing & Coding/Practice Management computer software program is also utilized for computerized billing, coding, and insurance claims.

Pre/Corequisite(s): HIM 106, HIM 220, HMC 103, HMC 104, HMC 107, HTH 114
Note: Restricted to students in the Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program

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