HIM 2283 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement

This is an advanced course in the use of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding systems. The course is designed to increase the quality and accuracy of code selection by applying the decision-making process using well defined medical record review methodologies and official coding guidelines. The course will also provide methodologies to conduct validation studies of coded data, evaluate the content of medical record documentation, and verify the accuracy of Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) and/or Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) assignments.