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. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)
Corequisite
Registration or credit in
MRT-212
Department
Health Sciences