Advanced skills course teaching students to complete HCFA 1500, UB 92, Medicaid, Medicare, Tricare, CHAMPVA, and Worker Compensation insurance forms. Includes Introduction to Code Diagnoses using ICD 9 and ICD 10 text. Prerequisite: HITT 1041.

Emphasis on structure and function of human cells, tissues, organs, and systems with overview of common pathophysiology.

Application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions. Health Information Coding Specialists apply ICD-9-CM, ICD10-CM and CPT-4 codes used in the reporting and billing of medical services and procedures. Most specialists will be employed in hospitals, but job growth will be faster in offices and clinics of physicians, nursing homes and home health agencies. Prerequisite: HITT 1013.

Review of coding competencies and skills in preparation for a coding certification exam. Prior approval required.

A study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures.

A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including: etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, and signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.

A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including: etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.

An overview of skills and knowledge in ICD and CPT coding of insurance forms and guidelines; complete insurance forms for submission.

Concepts of confidentiality, ethics, healthcare legislation, and regulations relating to the maintenance and use of health information. This class is suitable for all health care majors.

Overview of the basic concepts of pharmacological treatment of various diseases affecting major body systems.