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Basic CPT Coding

Biological & Health Sciences Division CLC - College of Lake County

Course Description

This course introduces students to the theory, structure, and organization of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system. Emphasis will be on the application of coding principles to accurately assign CPT codes to health records. The role of CPT codes in billing and reimbursement will be included.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

PCS Code

1.2

Requirements

Prerequisite: BIO 111 or BIO 245 AND HIT 111 (all C or better).

Corequisite: HIT 119 (C or better if taken prior)

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