HIM 250 - Health Data Classification Systems I

4 cr.

Focuses on the current classification systems used in the healthcare industry. Introduces the professional standards for coding and reporting of inpatient/outpatient diagnostic codes as well as inpatient procedures. Utilizes standards in identifying and accurately assigning codes to diseases and procedures as they relate to statistical research and healthcare financing. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 145 or BIO 141/BIO 142 and readiness to enroll in ENG 111.