HIT 219 — Professional Practical Experience

This course simulates responsibilities a coding professional may be required to perform on the job. The student applies the competencies learned in the program by coding from inpatient, ambulatory, ancillary, ER, and physician practice health records using code books and the encoder/grouper software. Course includes a comprehensive review for the CCS national certification exam.

Prerequisites: HIT 201, HIT 205, HIT 207, HIT 209, HIT 211