HIT 107 - ICD-10-PCS Coding

This course introduces the student to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Procedure Coding System. Emphasis is placed on applying ICD-10-PCS classification codes to hospital/medical records while adhering to official guidelines, conventions, and federal rules and regulations. Students gain practical experience in the application of ICD-10-PCS codes through utilization of both manual and computerized encoder laboratory practice. Due to the foundational nature of the courses in the Health Information Technology program, courses are to be taken in the order described in the model schedule.
Prerequisite(s): HIT 101 and HIT 102
3 credits = 1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory