CMA 245 - Diagnostic and Procedure Coding

Credits: 4
Instructional Contact Hours: 8

Introduces diagnosis and procedure concepts and their relevnace to the field of medical assisting. Includes the use of ICD 10 and CPT manuals.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 140W, HSC 105, HSC 205W, OAT 116, OAT 170 with a grade of “C” or higher in each or instructor approval.
Corequisite(s): CMA 209, OAT 159
Lecture Hours: 60 Lab Hours: 60
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

1. Utilizing patient care documentation.

A. Identify diagnostic/procedure terminology.
B. Differentiate between diagnosis and procedures codes.
C. Describe the crucial relationship connecting the diagnosis with the procedure.
D. Abstract information accordingly.

Establish a precise diagnosis/procedure.
1. Demonstrate ability to abstract necessary information.
2. Utilize coding guidelines from many diagnostic and procedure systems.
3. Associate procedures being performed in case studies.
4. Affiliate body organ and diagnostic/procedure involved.
5. Demonstrate accuracy through cross referencing.
6. Establish application of numerous healthcare and classification systems.
7. Associate diagnostic and procedures to appropriate reimbursement grouping based on healthcare setting.
8. Identify codes to the highest level of specificity.
Display proficiency relevant to the workplace.
1. Engage in classroom activities.
2. Use critical thinking as warranted.
3. Finish all assignments in a timely manner.
4. Evince civil behavior toward instructor and cohort.
5. Uphold academic integrity.