2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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HIT 187B - Introduction to ICD-PCS Coding


Credits: 2
Description
Principles and application of the ICD procedural coding system (PCS), including analysis of the seven character structure, the organization and classification within all sections, evaluation of coding guidelines, documentation guidelines, and assigning ICD procedural codes.

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Interpret the coding conventions, rules and regulations that govern ICD PCS.
  2. Describe the use of PCS tables and procedures for assigning an ICD PCS code.
  3. Apply diagnosis/procedure codes according to current guidelines.
  4. Verify the documentation in the health record is timely, complete, and accurate.
  5. Utilize software in the completion of HIM processes.

Prerequisite: HHP 123  and HHP 124  and 130B and 165B



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