HIM 106 - ICD Coding

Credits: 4

This course introduces the student to the nomenclature classification and indexing system in ICD-9-CM and ICD-10- CM/PCS utilized in coding diagnosis and procedures. Laboratory sessions will focus on the application of the related skills with accuracy and completeness using computerized and manual methods. Reimbursement systems and other coding systems also will be discussed.

Theory: 3
Lab: 2
Prerequisites: BIO 102, HSC 101, HIM 102
Corequisites: BIO 201