HIT105 — Intro to ICD-10-CM Coding
The course introduces the theory, structure, and organization of the International classification of disease using ICD-10-CM/PCS. Emphasis is placed on the importance of body structure, procedures, application of coding principles and official guidelines for coding and reporting. The student is introduced to diagnosis related groups (DRGs) and will operate encoder and MS-DRG grouper software programs in the lab. This course requires two hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week (4 contact hours). FEE
Prerequisites: BIO-115, HIT-103