Upon completion of course, students are expected to know the following:

• Explain ICD-9-CM coding conventions
• Identify the characteristics of ICD-9-CM Volume 1
• Identify the characteristics of ICD-9-CM Volume 2
• Identify the characteristics of ICD-9-CM Volume 3
• List the developers of the ICD-9-CM Offical Coding Guidelines
• Understand the application of the ICD-9-CM Offical Coding Guidelines
• Define the steps to ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding
• Assign ICD-9-CM codes to various diagnosis statements
• Understand the format of the ICD-9-CM
• Distinguish between Medicare Parts A, B and C
• Define "participating provider"
• Locate information in the Federal Register
• Identify major elements of the DRG system
• Explain the purpose of PRO's
• Explain the RBRVS system
• State the structure of the APC system
• Understand the framework of Medicare Fraud and Abuse
• Identify the major components of Managed Health Care

Linkage of Course to Educational Program Mission Outcomes.

MISSION - This course is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES - Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they:

Know
• The subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree.

Are Able To
• Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement.
• Present themselves effectively to a potential employer.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.

Have Developed
• An appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues.