Medical Coding–Hospital
Purpose: to provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in health records, medical coding, and reimbursement processes. The program’s primary focus is on ICD-9 coding for hospital applications and preparation for the Certified Coding Associate and/or Certified Coding Specialist exams.
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HLT 143 | Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| BIO 141 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| HIT (HIM) 253 | Coding for Health Records (Emphasizes ICD-9) | 4 |
| HLT 144 | Medical Terminology II | 3 |
| BIO 142 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| HIT (HIM) 254 | Advanced Coding and Reimbursement (Emphasizes CPT) | 4 |
| HIT (HIM) 190 | Coordinated Internship | 2 |
| Total credits required | 24 |