HIT - 247 Coding II (CPT)

(3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: HSC - 120 Medical Terminology I; HSC - 150 Body Structure and Function; and HIT - 242 Coding I (ICD-10) or experience in Medical Coding.
This course is a continuation of the study of International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) from Coding I, emphasizing its use for prospective payment. Course work focuses on acquiring advanced skills in coding disease and procedures and abstracting medical data. The study of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/ Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) will be emphasized including advanced concepts of coding and payment methodologies.

Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0