MRT-141 Coding Computer Applications

In this course, students are assigned to the college's health information technology and computer laboratories for supervised learning experiences. Emphasis is on mastery of entry-level competencies related to reimbursement including inpatient ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, ambulatory ICD-10-CM & HCPCS coding and health record software applications involving health data abstracting, encoding and APC/DRG assignment. Additional topics include computer assisted coding, medical necessity, physician queries and public data reporting. (3 contact hours)

Credits

2

Prerequisite

MRT-115 and MRT-133 both with a minimum grade of "C"

Corequisite

Registration or credit in MRT-212

Department

Health Sciences