HIM 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement

(4 CR)

Prerequisite(s): HIM 253, HLT 143, and HLT 144.

Stresses advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual medical records. Introduces CPT-4 coding system and guidelines for out-patient/ ambulatory surgery coding. Introduces prospective payment system and its integration with ICD-9-CM coding. Lecture 4 hours per week.