HIM-1582 — Principles and Practices of Medical Coding
This course introduces students to medical coding and billing in various healthcare settings. Students explain technology roles in medical coding and billing. Students learn basic billing concepts and the principles of medical coding using Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD). Additionally, students code procedures and diagnoses by following medical coding guidelines. Course
Prerequisites: BIO-2060, HIM-1530