HIMT 2303 - Advanced Coding

Credits: 3
**Not Part of a Tennessee Transfer Pathway**

Sp - Online
Prerequisites: HIMT 1303, HIMT 2301, HIMT 2302

This course focuses on advanced topics in diagnosis and procedural coding, including the current ICD Coding system and CPT/HCPCS. The course will concentrate on application of Official Coding Guidelines, development of diagnosis sequencing skills, and understanding of advanced coding principles, including the clinical documentation improvement function. Determination of APCs and MS-DRGs will also be practiced using the computerized coding and grouping software. 3 hours lecture.

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