HIMS 203 - Advanced Clinical Coding

Institution:

Southwestern Michigan College

Subject:

Health Info Mgt System (HIMS)

Description:

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in HIMS 201 and HIMS 202; HIMS 230 strongly recommended. This course reviews the principles of coding diseases, conditions,procedures, and services utilizing various classification and coding systems presented in earlier courses. Detailed and complex case studies from patient records will be used in exercises to reinforce coding theory and skills. New advancements in clinical coding, not covered in previous course work will also be introduced. [Semesters Offered: Variable]

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.swmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 782-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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