Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance BUSN 2370

Prerequisites: ALHS 1090, ALHS 1011, COMP 1000

3 Credits

(Replaces BUS 2370)
Pre-requisitines: BUSN 2300 or ALHS 1090 and BUSN 2310 or ALHS 1010 or ALHS 1011
Provides an introduction to medical coding skills and the application of international coding standards as it applies to healthcare billing for insurance purposes. Provides the knowledge and skills to apply coding of diagnostic statements and procedures for billing purposes. Provides an introduction to medical coding as it relates to health insurance. Topics include: International classification of diseases, code book formats; coding techniques; formats of the ICD and CPT manuals; health insturance: billing, reimbursement, and collections; and managed care.

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