2018-2019 Course Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 20, 2024  
2018-2019 Course Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BUSN 2370 - Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance


Prerequisite: ALHS 1090  or BUSN 2300 ; and ALHS 1011  or BUSN 2310 
Provides an introduction to medical coding skills and applications of international coding standards for billing of health care services. 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 insurance; billing, reimbursement, and collections; and managed care. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (T)