MEDC 1580 - BASIC ICD-10 AND CPT CODING

Institution:

Western Wyoming Community College

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Description:

In this course students are introduced to basic coding guidelines using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10), and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding systems. Students practice the application of diagnosis and procedure codes, while focusing on the information found in the medical record. Students gain a fundamental understanding of the general steps applied in coding using ethical coding standards, May be taken concurrently with MEDC 1500 Medical Information Systems Certificate. This is available for students successfully completing the course who want to test for the industryrecognized credential.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wwcc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 382-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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