HIT 297 - Professional Skills for Medical Billing and Coding

Institution:

Colorado Technical University-Sioux Falls (Closed)

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Description:

Credits: 4 Prerequisite: HIT245, HIT252 This course is a culmination of the studies of the student designed to prepare the student for practice as a health information technician. The student will practice coding complex cases by applying the correct coding conventions and guidelines to assign ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS codes and apply the correct reimbursement methodology. The student will utilize the virtual lab to demonstrate an understanding of coding and billing processes used by the health information technician. Students will be tasked with managing and utilizing data found through various health information sources. Students may fulfill this course through experiential learning.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.coloradotech.edu/Sioux-Falls

Phone Number:

(605) 361-0200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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