Healthcare Billing and Coding II

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of medical coding systems, emphasizing the distinctions between CPT, ICD, and HCPCS and appropriate use in health records. Students will explore various healthcare reimbursement models, including those used by private insurance, managed care, Medicare, Medicaid, and Worker’s Compensation. The course also examines the key features and differences among major health insurance programs, with a focus on government-sponsored benefit plans.