HIM 62 - Introduction to Medical Coding

    Recent Professors
    Ruth A. Grimes
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces students to the medical coding classification systems used in the United States healthcare industry: International Classification of Diseases 10 Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Through analysis of case histories and surgical reports, students will learn to distinguish between primary and secondary diagnoses codes, to assign the proper procedural codes, and to explain the importance of accurate medical documentation and clinical records.
    Usually Held
    Wed 6:30pm–7:45pm