2019-20 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2019-20 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

HIM 176 - CPT Coding


Description: Overview and introduction to the principles of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding techniques, conventions, and modifiers. Review of reimbursement trends, ethical coding and compliance, and the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI). Documentation guidelines in relationship to assignment of CPT and Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes. Includes hands-on practical skills in the assignment of CPT codes following coding rules and guidelines.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIO 160  (or BIO 201  and BIO 202  ) and AHS 130  and HIM 110  and HIM 240 .

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3