HIT120 Introduction to ICD-9 Classification and Reimbursement

This course provides an introduction into the processes used in the health care industry for disease classifications and reimbursement. Students are introduced to disease, diagnostic procedures, and the processes used to classify, identify, and categorize procedures. Topics include introduction to classification systems, coding, ICD-9 coding, and inpatient reimbursement methods including Fee for Service, diagnostic related groupings (DRGs), All Inclusive Rates, Risk Assignment and outpatient reimbursement.

Prerequisite

BIO121 and HSS121 and BIO142

Corequisite

None

Credits

4

Distribution

Health

Notes

This course is no longer offered.