IST 276 Advanced Medical Billing & Coding II

This course is designed to further develop individuals towards compliance, information technologies, confidentiality, and privacy requirements. Individuals will learn to code a health claim linking the correct CPT and ICD 10-CM codes for reimbursement of insurance carriers and government entities. The course explains adjustments to patient billing and procedures for denial or rejection of claims. Specialty coding, coding levels, and billing software are completed in the course. Individuals will develop skills necessary to obtain employment in a physician's office, hospital, or healthcare facility. Lecture 3 hours per week.