MRT117 Basic Diagnosis Coding Systems
This course includes history, format and conventions of the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification. The guidelines and coding principles for usage of the current ICD manuals will be introduced, including how clinical statements are translated into codes.
Prerequisite
Fndns of Math proficiency and
BIO101 Human Biology and
HES115 Medical Terminology and
CIS110 Computer Applications
Corequisite
HES207 Clinical Pathophysiology and
MRT118 Procedure Coding Systems (CPT)
Program Major Restrictions
Medical Coding Cert