HIM 2232C - Intermediate Icd- 9- cm Coding

Institution:

Santa Fe College

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Description:

O A continuation of instruction in ICD-9-CM Coding with additional focus on the use of encoders,coding compliance programs, performance measurement, staff recruiting and retention, coding for reimbursement (ie. DRG) and the transition to ICD-10. In addition, there will be an overview of the related compliance issues, quality improvement organization activities, correct coding initiative, relevancy to accounts receivable, coding ethics, and coding standards. Detailed study will cover coding procedures in assigning ICD-9-CM codes for diagnosis and procedures with emphasis on coding in the inpatient care setting. Students will use case studies using more complex code assignments and be introduced to Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine (SNO Full Description

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sfcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(352) 395-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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