HIT 250 - Inpatient Procedure Coding

Credit Hours: 3
Introduces application, evaluation, and sequencing of inpatient procedure codes (ICD-10-PCS) using current coding regulations and guidelines. The students are provided the opportunity to utilize software in the completion of HIM processes, such as determining the accuracy of computer assisted coding assignments and recommendations of corrective actions and identifying discrepancies between supporting documentation and coded data.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in HIT 180.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

Semesters Offered: Demand