AMC 200 - Health Information for Coders

Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Advanced Medical Coding program
Local Corequisite: None

This course provides a detailed look at the role of a coder within the healthcare system. Topics include health record content and documentation for all record types, roles and responsibilities of various providers and disciplines, data source reliability and accuracy, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and standards, and legal and regulatory requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of coding in the healthcare organization and apply various policies and procedures as they relate to documentation and compliance and comply with regulatory standards.