HIT 2950 - CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION IMPROVEMENT (CDI

Institution:

Laramie County Community College

Subject:

Health Information Technology

Description:

Students gain a solid background in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) and daily processes preparing them for employment in healthcare facilities. The course addresses specialized skills and knowledge in alignment with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) core competency groups, critical to achieving the CDI certification and future success in the profession. Expertise in CDI principles ensures correct assignment of ICD-CM/PCS and CPT codes, DRGs, compliant claims and improved reimbursement for facilities. The course is designed for professionals who hold an associate degree or higher in Health Information Management (HIM) and/or a CCSr, CCS-Pr, RHITr or a RHIAr credential from AHIMA. Current students are also eligible to take this course with instructor approval during their last semester in the program.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 778-5222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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