HITT 1209 - International Classification of Disease (ICD) Beginning Coding Credit Hours: 3.00 Prerequisites: Admission into the Health Information Technology Program; HITT 1102, HITT 1105, and HITT 1106 all with grade C or better
Corequisites: HITT 1201, HITT 1210, and HITT 1211
(formerly HITT 1209 and HITT 2108)
HITT 1209 introduces students to the International Classification of Disease (ICD) as used in diagnostic and procedural coding. Laboratory session focuses on the application of the related skills with accuracy and completeness using manual and computerized methods.
When Offered: Winter semester only
Contact Hours: 4 Billable Contact Hours: 4 OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify health data structure, content, and standards.
Objectives:
- Students will be able to abstract and maintain data for clinical indices/databases/registries. (Competency II, A, 1)
- Use and maintain applications and processes to support other clinical classification and nomenclature systems. (Competency 1, C, 7)
Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to interpret guidelines of clinical classification systems.
Objectives:
- Define and discuss coding applications in various health care settings.
- Demonstrate ethical application of diagnosis/procedure codes using ICD9CM. (Competency I, C, 2)
- Adhere to current regulations and established guidelines in code assignment. (Competency I, C, 5)
- Apply policies and procedures for the use of clinical data required in reimbursement and prospective payment systems (PPS) in healthcare delivery. (Competency I, D, 1)
- Validate coding accuracy using clinical information found in the health record. (Competency I, C, 6)
- Resolve discrepancies between coded data and supporting documentation. (Competency I, C, 8)
Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to utilize information and communication technologies.
Objectives:
- Use and maintain electronic applications and work processes to support clinical classification and coding. (Competency I, C, 1)
- Use specialized software in the completion of HIM processes such as record tracking, release of information, coding, grouping, registries, billing, quality improvement, and imaging. (Competency 4, A, 3)
COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES (Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)
- 1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.
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- 2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.
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- 3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.
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- 4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.
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- 5. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.
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COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
- Format and Conventions and Current Coding Practices
- Background of ICD
- Introduction of ICD
- Conventions of ICD
- Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set
- Coding Steps
- Coding Guidelines
- External Cause of Morbidity Codes
- Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Service
- Symptoms, Signs, and Ill-defined Conditions
- Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
- Endocrine, Nutritional, and Metabolic Diseases
- Mental Disorders
- Diseases of the Blood and Blood Forming Organs and Certain Disorders Involving the Immune System.
- Diseases of the Nervous System and Sense Organs
- Diseases of the Respiratory System
- Diseases of the Digestive System
- Diseases of the Genitourinary System
- Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous-tissue
- Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective-tissue
- Complications of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Puerperium
- Abortion and Ectopic Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomalies
- Perinatal Conditions
- Diseases of the Circulatory System
- Neoplasms
- Injuries
- Burns
- Poisoning, Toxic Effects, Adverse Effects, and Under-dosing of Drugs
- Complications of Surgery and Medical Care
Primary Faculty Dunsmore, Kristin Secondary Faculty Associate Dean Primeau, Paula Dean Mirijanian, Narine
Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088
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