HIT-230 Medical Coding III

Credits: 4
Lec 3 Lab 1 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course introduces Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II. The focus will be on the role of procedure, service, and supply codes in billing and reimbursement and the process and management of the revenue cycle of health insurance claims. Topics will include concepts, principles, nomenclature, and application of classification systems in the outpatient setting. Emphasis will be on locating, applying, and understanding the reporting of medical services and procedures performed by physicians and outpatient facilities. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 120.