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4.50 Credits
A continuation of Coding and Billing I, this course provides the student with in-depth coverage of procedural coding utilizing the HCPCS coding system composed of Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) and national codes. The course includes detailed application of the CPT classification system for inpatient and outpatient services. Emphasis includes Evaluation and Management and Surgery codes, as well as the use of modifiers and global services. Utilizing case studies, the student applies coding and billing principles through the use of exercises and patient records. Prospective payment in ambulatory and outpatient services is examined, and the implications of coding are explored. Prerequisites HIMS 2420 Course is offered On-line and as a Hybrid
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8.00 Credits
This review course is designed for coders who are interested in taking the American Academy of Professional Coders Certification examination. The student gains an in-depth look at the medical coding process by applying coding guidelines for hospital, outpatient, and physician practice services. Guidelines include ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding methodologies. A pass/fail grade will be issued. Upon completion of this course, a date will be set for the student to take the 5-hour CPC examination.
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4.50 Credits
To maintain accreditation as a CPC-H, the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) requires completion of 36 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) every two years. To maintain double core certification (CPC, CPC-H) the AAPC requires 48 CEUs every two years. The CPC-H exam may be re-taken yearly in lieu of submission of CEU credits for that year. A passing score must be obtained to fulfill the CEU requirement. All exams are required to be taken prior to the renewal date. Prerequisites Instructor Approval Co-requisites his review course is designed for coders who are interested in taking the American Academy of Profes
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4.50 Credits
This review course is designed for recent graduates of medical transcription education programs, MTs with fewer than two years' experience in acute care, and MTs practicing in single-specialty, clinic, radiology, and pathology areas who are interested in taking the Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) examination. The student gains an in-depth review of the core knowledge and skills necessary to practice medical transcription effectively in today's healthcare environment. This course is ideal for a level 1 transcriptionist as defined in the 'Medical Transcriptionist Job Descriptions' by AHDI (found on AHDI's website). A pass/fail grade will be issued. Upon completion of this course, a date will be set for the student to take the 4-hour RMT examination. Course is offered On-line
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4.50 Credits
This capstone course provides the student with the opportunity to develop medical office management skills through individual and collaborative learning experiences. Content areas include managing electronic health records (EHR), patient registration, appointment scheduling, procedure posting, insurance billing, payment posting, patient billings, report generation, data analysis and manipulation, preparation of various communications, and maintenance of patient records. This course integrates all of the competencies obtained throughout the program. Utilizing health information, patient data, coding and billing principles, and knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and regulatory standards to legally and ethically process healthcare claims, this course enables the student to obtain a working knowledge of EHR management software. Prerequisites Instructor approval Course is offered On-line and as a Hybrid
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4.00 Credits
The student internship program places the student in a working and learning environment to receive on-the-job training in a particular field of study before graduation. To develop an internship to meet his/her academic and career goals, the student must work with the faculty internship coordinator to secure a job in a related field. The student prepares a portfolio based on the successful completion of the HIMS program. Based on state guidelines, students must complete 40 hours of work for each credit hour. For the HIMS program, the student completes 160 hours of work in this course. Prerequisites Instructor approval
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4.50 Credits
This course is a survey of American history from discovery through and including the Civil War and reconstruction. Course is offered On-line and as a Hybrid
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4.50 Credits
This course is a survey of American history from the end of the Civil War to the present. Course is offered On-line
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4.50 Credits
This course is a survey of the history of Black Americans from their origins in Africa to the present. Political, economic, social and cultural factors are considered, as well as the interaction between African Americans and the larger society. Course is offered On-line
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4.50 Credits
An explanation of the history of black women in America. Black women's roles in the home, industry, and during World Wars will be covered from the colonial period to present day. Areas of contemplation will include American social movements, race relations, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, medical issues and age. Course is offered On-line
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