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HIT 211 - ICD Coding

Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
Prerequisites: BIO 168  and MED 122 
This course covers ICD diagnostics and procedural coding conventions and guidelines for inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care. Emphasis is placed on a comprehensive application of anatomy, physiology, and interrelationships among organ systems. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately assign and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes for patient outcomes, statistical and reimbursement purposes.