HIT 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement

Institution:

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

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Description:

Stresses advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual medical records. Introduces CPT-4 coding system and guidelines for outpatient/ ambulatory surgery coding. Introduces prospective payment system and its integration with ICD-9-CM coding. Prerequisite: HIT 253. Corequisite: HIT 295, Coordinated Practice for Advanced Coding. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.reynolds.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 371-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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