4 courses with the subject MDCD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MDCD 1010Basic ICD Coding3
(s) This course covers the classification systems employed to organize medical information for future retrieval. The International Classification of Diseases system is emphasized including its use for prospective payment systems. Course work focuses on acquiring skills in coding disease and procedures and abstracting medical data. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software. Pre/Corequisite(s): MDCD 1010. F. (T)
(s) This course covers the basic principles of coding with CPT/HCPCS. Instruction on outpatient coding, including structure, rules and guidelines. Students will develop skills in using CPT to report reimbursable services. This course is a combination of classroom and on-line instruction. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software. Pre/Corequisite(s): MDTR 1010. F. (T)
(s) A continuation of the study of the International Classification of Diseases system emphasizing its use for prospective payment systems. Course work focuses on acquiring advanced skills in coding diseases and procedures and abstracting medical data. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.
(s) This course is a comprehensive study of reimbursement procedures for the prospective payment system (DRGs) and outpatient services (APCs). Coding issues are emphasized and optimization skills developed and applied. This course includes either a simulated or hands on practicum. This course is a combination of classroom and online instruction. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.
