BTECM 256 Advanced Coding and Reimbursement (5 credits)
Formerly BTECH 256
Prerequisite BTECM 254 and BTECM 255 with a grade of at least 2.0.
Course Description
Advanced application of both diagnosis and procedural outpatient coding as well as the business of coding and billing. Students build their coding knowledge and skill through intensive coding practice and practical experience using the International Classification of Diseases, Current Revision, Clinical Modification, Current Procedural Terminology, and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System manuals and applying those concepts to complex coding scenarios.
Course Content
A. Advanced current diagnosis coding system (ICD-10-CM)
B. Advanced Current (outpatient) Procedural Coding (CPT)
C. Advanced Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
D. Practical application of coding systems to chart notes and operative reports
E. The business of billing and coding
Student Outcomes
1. Demonstrate accurate and thorough diagnosis (ICD-10), procedural (CPT), and supplies (HCPCS) coding through simulation and scenarios.
2. Apply coding guidelines to properly sequence diagnosis, procedure, and supplies codes.
3. Synthesize the various resources and tools used by coding professionals.
4. Demonstrate effective professional communication with payers, healthcare providers, and patients.
Degree Outcomes
Program Outcomes: Communicate effectively using written and oral communications skills with diverse people in the office environment. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of medical billing and coding rules and regulations.
Information Competency: Graduates will be able to seek, find, evaluate, and use information and employ information technology to engage in lifelong learning.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
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