HIM 140 - Beginning ICD-9-CM Diagnostic Coding

Institution:

Tacoma Community College

Subject:

Description:

Instruction on the basic principles of coding diseases according to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9-CM). Designed as an introductory course for beginners. Focus is on diagnostic coding in the ambulatory care setting. Prerequisite(s): HIM-130 and HIM-131 (or concurrent enrollment); or instructor permission.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.tacomacc.edu

Phone Number:

(253) 566-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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