MEDS 1633 - Introduction to CPT

Institution:

Alexandria Technical & Community College

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Description:

This course introduces Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) as a means of communication with third party payers that use codes to describe procedures and services provided to patients in healthcare settings. The focus is on learning the skills needed to accurately describe the patient's visit to a third party payer by assigning the proper numeric code. The HCPC's system and DRG concepts are also addressed. Prerequisite: BIOL1417 or MEDS1620.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alextech.edu

Phone Number:

(320) 762-0221

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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