HIT 207 - Coding and Classifications Systems I

Institution:

CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course covers the historical development and current medical coding systems for diagnoses, procedures, and reimbursement systems. Students will gain entry-level competency in the use of the current ICD-CM coding system by coding inpatient charts and assigning a diagnostic related group (DRG), utilizing an internet based coding program. Students will also complete coding exercises within and outside of the classroom covering specific diseases (e.g., AIDS, Neoplasms) to learn applicable coding guidelines.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

HIT 103, HIT 106, HIT 107, HIT 108

Corequisites:

HIT 203, HIT 204, HIT 208

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bmcc.cuny.edu/

Phone Number:

(212) 220-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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