HIM-1150 - Diagnostic and Procedural Coding II* (4)

Prerequisite: HIM-1140
Students will continue to apply their knowledge of ICD diagnostic coding to outpatient coding. Students will learn the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding nomenclature. These codes are used for reporting physician services and for services in outpatient settings. Students will learn to apply the CPT codes, rules and guidelines for CPT coding for ambulatory care settings and physician offices. Ethical standards for CPT coding will be applied in this course including the National Correct Coding Initiative. Students must earn a minimum grade of C for all prerequisite(s)/co-requisite(s) to meet registration requirements.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Apply the principles of HCPCS/CPT to patient care records.

CO2 - Distinguish between CPT coding for physician and hospital/facility reporting.

CO3 - Apply the principles of ICD to any given diagnosis in an ambulatory care environment.

Course Fee: $75

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