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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the principles of supervision and organization in order to develop effective skills in leadership, motivation and team building approaches. Topics will include basic management principles, human resource supervision, budgeting basics, ergonomics, how to market HIM services and performance or quality improvement. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420) 2C/2/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course teaches the student to accurately code diagnoses using the ICD-1 0-CM coding system. This class brings the student through all of the coding conventions in order to develop a basic coding foundation. Coding of diagnoses from each body system will be covered as well as coding from healthcare documents. Emphasis is on Principle Diagnosis, Secondary Diagnoses, Complications, and Comorbidities. Other topics include DRG's, coding compliance, over-coding and under-coding. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in MEDS 1470 and MEDS 1480) 3C/3/0/0
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4.00 Credits
This course teaches the student to accurately code procedures using the ICD-10-PCS coding system. This class brings the student through all of the coding conventions in order to develop a basic coding foundation. Coding procedures from each section of ICD-10-PCS will be covered as well as coding from healthcare documents. Emphasis will be on Principle Procedure and Secondary Procedures, DRG's, coding compliance, over-coding and under-coding. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in MEDS 1470 and MEDS 1480) 4C/4/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course teaches the student to accurately code procedures using the CPT-4 coding system. This class brings the student through all of the coding conventions in order to develop a basic coding foundation. Coding of procedures from each body system will be covered as well as coding from operative reports, emergency room reports, physician office reports and other healthcare documents. Students will also be trained in coding from all sections within the CPT-4 system as well as Evaluation and Management coding and HCPCS Level 2 - National coding. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in MEDS 1470 and MEDS 1480) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students will use their basic ICD and CPT coding skills while learning to correctly code Diagnoses and Procedures from a multitude of source documents such as Inpatient Records; Ambulatory Surgery Records; Emergency Room Reports; Physician Office Cases and Ancillary Service Reports. Students will also become familiar with Diagnosis Related Groups and Ambulatory Payment Classifications. Through instruction in coding these cases, the students will become familiar with what will be expected of them in a real coding position in a healthcare organization. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in MEDS 2460, MEDS 2462 and MEDS 2470) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of the quality assessment process which encompasses a framework for gaining skills in collecting and analyzing data. This course covers quality assessment and improvement including collection tools, data analysis and reporting techniques. Utilization management, risk management and case management will also be discussed. This course is also a study of the effective use, collection, arrangement, presentation and verification of health care data. Vital statistics, healthcare statistics and descriptive statistics, as well as reliability and validity of data will be discussed. Research techniques and the IRB process will also be covered. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420 with a grade of "C" or better) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
Students will apply the coursework, theories, skills, and ethics learned during the program to the HIT Internship/Capstone. Under the supervision of a qualified health information professional, the student will gain professional practice and experience, when available, in a healthcare facility. Students will meet written goals and objectives and be evaluated by the Health Information Supervisor and the College Internship Coordinator. The capstone includes a focused review and objective measurement of the Domains and Subdomains required for writing the national certification examination. Students are required to select an independent area of study from a wide-range of topics and disciplines to broaden their scope of interest in health information management. Students work with faculty advisors to schedule the internship, independent study, and healthcare project. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): All Required Coursework for the Health Information Technology AAS Degree with a grade of "C" or better in all MEDS-prefix courses and instructor approval.) 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
The focus of this class is to simulate 3 credits of on the job experience as a medical coding specialist at a multi-specialty healthcare facility. This internship will provide you with an opportunity to utilize your coding skills and knowledge in an electronic environment. The coding capstone is a vital part of your education that serves as a format to demonstrate your level of expertise. All coding assignments in this course may be compiled into a portfolio to present to a future employer. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1480, MEDS 1470, MEDS 2461, MEDS 2462, and MEDS 2470 with a grade of "C" or better) 3C/3/0/0
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2.00 Credits
Provides private instruction in music -- Instrumental lessons by arrangement with the instructor. Fifteen one-hour lessons per semester. Coursework will be suited to the skill level of the student to develop musical technique. Extra charge for lessons assessed per semester. 2C/0/2/0
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2.00 Credits
Provides private instruction in music -- Vocal or instrumental -- lessons by arrangement with the instructor. Fifteen one-hour lessons per semester. Coursework will be suited to the skill level of the student to develop musical technique. Extra charge for lessons assessed per semester. 2C/0/2/0
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