HIMS 2420 Coding and Billing I
4.5 - 0.0 - 4.5
Prerequisite
(1)
HIMS 2400 - must be completed prior to taking this course.
Course Description
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM) coding system. Students learn the guidelines and terminology for correctly coding diagnoses in a physician's office, hospital, home healthcare agency, or other healthcare facility diagnosis codes. Challenging practice drills test students' coding skills in a variety of realistic healthcare settings using real-life patient health records.