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AHMS 160 - 80 Beginning Procedural Coding
| Credits: | 3 |
| Prerequisites: | AHMS 214, AHMS 212 *FORMERLY* HI 236, HI 237 |
| Requirements: | None |
| Core: | No |
| Delivery: | D2L - Internet |
| Instructor: | MacNichol, Loreen |
*FORMERLY HI 237*
Basic understanding of the CPT, ICD-CM, coding principles should already be established. This advanced course will cover medical necessity, coding issues for specific body systems, and for general conditions. Intensive coding application will be achieved through the use of real health records, case studies, and scenarios. Application will include the use of encoder software. DRGs, APCs, RUGs, RBRVs, and the Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) will also be covered in this class. This coding class requires hands-on coding skills, and knowledge of basic use of applicable coding books.