HIT130 — HIT Classification and Reimbursement
3 credits This course includes study of the uses of coded data in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to healthcare settings and managed care. Course instruction focuses on techniques of coding; elements of prospective payment systems; billing and insurance procedures; third party payers; peer review organizations; explanation of benefits, managed care/capitation; and charge master description. Student competency includes demonstration of reimbursement and payment system principles, coding skills and billing applications (manual and/or computer assisted).