HIMT 2303 - *Advanced Coding

This course focuses on advanced topics in diagnosis and procedural coding including the current ICD Coding system and CPT/HCPCS. The course will concentrate on application of Official Coding Guidelines, development of diagnosis sequencing skills, and understanding of advanced coding principles including the clinical documentation improvement function. Determination of APCs and MS-DRGs will also be practiced using the computerized coding and grouping software.

Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Prerequisites: HIMT 1303 and HIMT 2302
Corequisites: HIMT 2301
Contact Hours: 30 lecture hours, 30 lab hours per semester

Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs
This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Health Information Management

Credits: (3)

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