HEAL 1413 - Basic Coding and Classification Systems

Institution:

Southeast Arkansas College

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Description:

(Corequisite: HEAL 1113 Medical Terminology I or by permission of instructor) This course provides an in-depth study of procedural coding using the ICD9-CM and CPT-4 classification systems. Emphasis is placed on the purpose of coding, definitions of key terms, accurate application of coding principles, and an overview of the impact of prospective reimbursement on the function of coding, principles of classification systems, nomenclatures, indexes, and registers. Intensive coding practice using International Classification of Diseases and C.P.T.4 will be covered.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seark.edu

Phone Number:

(870) 543-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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