POFM 1300 - Basic Medical Coding

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
Presentation and application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions utilizing various coding systems.
Prerequisite: HITT 1305
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Accurately code procedures and diagnoses. 2 - Abstract information from health records for appropriate code validation. 3 - Apply decision-making skills to ensure proper sequencing.