HIT135 Introduction to CPT Coding/Billing

This course builds on skills learned in HIT125 of clinical classification systems and is expanded through the study of the principles of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) . In depth review is dedicated to complex ICD-9-CM coding as well as accurate assignment of all major coding systems (ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS). Students will assign codes manually and through the use of an encoder. Coding skills will be enhanced with a variety of health records.

Prerequisite

HIT125

Corequisite

None

Credits

4

Distribution

Health

Notes

This course is no longer offered.