OFST 2523 - Medical Coding

Institution:

Western Oklahoma State College

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Description:

This is a beginning medical coding course designed to provide students with the skills needed to be a successful medical coder. Course will include an introduction to current procedural terminology (CPT) with an introduction to the CPT manual, followed by in-depth explanation of the sections found in the code set, an overview of the ICD-9-CM codes and their use in medical coding; and an overview of reimbursement which ties everything together with the reimbursement process, making the connections between coding and insurance. Prerequisites: BIOL 2373 (3 credit hours, 48 lecture hours, 0 lab hours)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wosc.edu

Phone Number:

(580) 477-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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