HIT 120 - Intro to Coding Systems

Institution:

West Virginia Northern Community College

Subject:

Health Information Technology

Description:

This course introduces students to the ICD-9-CM classification system instrumental for health care data collection and of health care services. Opportunities are provided in the laboratory setting for students to apply coding conventions applicable to the use of the use of the ICD-9-CM code book. Highlighted are reimbursement issues (inpatient vs. outpatient, DRGs, Medicare, Medicaid, third- party payers). Medications/Pharmacological consideration are included solidfying the connection between health problems and their treatment.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wvncc.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 233-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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