ME2600 - Healthcare Coding I - 3 Credits

The focus of this course is learning the basic coding rules for ICD-9-CM, CPT and Level II (HCPCS) coding systems and then applying the rules to code patient diagnosis and services, and completing insurance claim forms. The medical topics of Medicare fraud/abuse, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid regulations, HMO's, LMRP's and PRO's are also reviewed.

Prerequisites: ME1150 and SC1221 or SC1222D

Delivery: on campus and online